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Luka Doncic only needed three games to prove the Los Angeles Lakers were right to move on from LeBron.

Maxwell Ogden argues that Luka Doncic's 52-point performance against the Utah Jazz justifies the Los Angeles Lakers' decision to move on from LeBron James. Doncic recorded 52 points, 10 assists, eight rebounds, and two steals on Oct. 25, 2026, leading a newly constructed roster built to complement his specific playstyle.
According to Ogden, moving on from the 41-year-old James allowed the Lakers to surround Doncic and Austin Reaves with younger, high-energy players. The writer contends that catering the roster to Doncic's high-usage strengths proves the front office made the correct long-term decision.
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