Overview
- Los Angeles opens against Golden State at Crypto.com Arena, and Dončić called guarding Stephen Curry hard but exciting.
- The 2025–26 campaign marks Dončić’s first full season with the Lakers after committing to a multi-year extension this summer.
- With James sidelined to begin the year, Dončić steps into the primary leadership role to start the schedule.
- Dončić said the team must raise its physicality following a shaky preseason that included smaller lineups under head coach JJ Redick.
- He enters the season after averaging 28.5 points, 7.9 rebounds and 7.3 assists over 33 Lakers games and delivering 34.7 points per game en route to EuroBasket All-Star Five honors.