Luka Doncic says Los Angeles Lakers' goal is to win NBA championship

The Los Angeles Lakers are entering the 2026-27 NBA season without LeBron James, with Luka Doncic as the team's leader. At media day, Doncic said the team's goal is to win a championship. The Lakers have added defensive players like Matisse Thybulle and Walker Kessler, and early training camp reports suggest the defense has improved. Austin Reaves praised the new additions, and the team is focused on supporting Doncic with shooting and playmaking.