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Luka Doncic’s parting words to LeBron James speak volumes

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Young, G. (2026, October 8). Luka Doncic’s parting words to LeBron James speak volumes. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/08/sports/luka-doncic-parting-words-lebron-james-lakers/

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Luka Doncic, a star player for the Dallas Mavericks, recently shared positive reflections about his former teammate LeBron James in an interview with Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix. When asked if James had reached out to him after leaving the Lakers, Doncic confirmed that they both contacted each other to express gratitude and mutual respect. Despite James moving on to play for the Philadelphia 76ers, there appears to be no lingering animosity between them or with the Lakers organization. This amicable parting allows the Lakers to focus on their future roster rather than dwelling on past departures. Notably, James’ return to Los Angeles as an opponent this Christmas Day will likely draw significant attention from fans and media alike.

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Luka Dončić has now had several months to digest LeBron James’ exit from the Lakers. asserted

Dončić → have → Lakers

The superstars had a solid relationship as teammates, and the mutual respect they have continued even after James took his talents to Philadelphia. Dončić was interviewed by Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix and was asked whether James reached out to him when he left the Lakers. asserted

he → have → Lakers

“Yeah,” Dončić said. asserted

Dončić → say → ?

He then added, “And I reached out to him. asserted

I → add → him

You know, ‘Thank you for everything.’ asserted

You → know → everything

He then said that becoming the Lakers franchise’s new face after James’ exit isn’t pressure, but that it’s an honor. asserted

it → say → exit

This should be seen as a good thing because it means Los Angeles can move forward with its future without dwelling on James’ exit. asserted

Angeles → see → exit

Fans can do the same thing, instead turning their attention toward who Los Angeles has on its roster now rather than who it had. asserted

it → do → who

That being said, James’ first time playing the Lakers on Christmas Day will be must-see TV. asserted

time → say → Day

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