The timing of sharing the following sentiment may feel a little odd, given the Los Angeles Lakers just lost their third game in a row against the Orlando Magic. However, one brief losing streak will not dissuade the larger idea at play here. As such, the sentiment remains the same: Luka Doncic has an opportunity to ascend to the top of the NBA totem pole in Los Angeles.
When the Dallas Mavericks traded Doncic to the Lakers, everyone was captivated by the shock of the moment, and rightfully so. With some time removed from that instance, and the promising early returns on Luka’s time in Los Angeles, there is an elephant in the room that needs to be discussed.
Doncic can step into the role of being the new face of the NBA
It is no secret that the NBA has been looking for someone to step in and fill the shoes of LeBron James as the all-time great approaches retirement. James, himself, has discussed some of the potential reasons why no one has emerged to take his role at the top.
Bill Simmons recently went on his podcast to discuss how Doncic already belongs to Los Angeles, providing the fans and arena with an energy that the building has not seen since the Kobe Bryant days. The five-time All-NBA member has quickly associated himself with Bryant in a multitude of ways.
What is the ceiling on the marriage between Doncic and the Lakers? Simmons believed it could be as high as the NBA having their heir apparent to James.