Lakers Storylines: Revamped Luka, Offensive Optimism, New Starters & Deandre Ayton's Defense
Description
In the first edition of State of the Lakers for the 2025-26 season — 10 storylines every 10 games (or six preseason games) — Jovan Buha examines Luka Doncic's preseason, LA's offense and defense, the new starters, Gabe Vincent, Deandre Ayton, and much more.
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:59 Storyline No. 1: New-look Luka and offensive optimism
6:35 Storyline No. 2: LA's defense has been concerning
15:32 Storyline No. 3: The new — and surprising — starting five
23:48 Storyline No. 4: Gabe Vincent's preseason heater
27:04 Storyline No. 5: Deandre Ayton's defense and buy-in
31:54 Storyline No. 6: Austin Reaves' offensive evolution
35:09 Storyline No. 7: Jarred Vanderbilt's return to form
37:59 Storyline No. 8: Marcus Smart impresses in preseason finale
40:01 Storyline No. 9: Dalton Knecht's continued struggles
43:06 Storyline No. 10: Jake LaRavia's unclear role (so far)
48:49 Outro
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