Luka Doncic's leadership for the Los Angeles Lakers gets a spotlight from Collin Sexton

In the wake of LeBron James' departure from the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic is stepping into the spotlight as the team's leading force. The four-time Finals MVP has embraced his new role, moving east to join the Philadelphia 76ers. Already making a strong impression, Doncic showed his commitment to leading the team by bringing several Lakers players to Slovenia in the summer, a gesture that highlights his dedication to guiding the squad in the 2026-27 season.

Collin Sexton, another member of the Lakers, spoke highly of Doncic's leadership abilities. Sexton noted that it was evident during the 2026 Playoffs that the Lakers would have had a better chance of advancing further with a healthy Doncic. Although the team made it to the second round, they ultimately fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a convincing sweep. While James and Reaves tried to compensate for the lack of firepower, it was clear that Doncic remained the team's top priority.

Sexton's experience with the Lakers as a new teammate has been positive, particularly during team-building activities in Slovenia, Doncic's home country. Sexton's comments suggest that Doncic's leadership style is what the Lakers are looking for as they aim to be competitive in the 2026-27 season. With no one currently giving them a shot compared to the Thunder and San Antonio Spurs, the Lakers hope that Doncic's leadership will be the key factor in their success moving forward.