Dončić and 21-time All-Star LeBron James will lead the way for a team looking to bounce back after a demoralizing first-round elimination at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2025 postseason, but the Lakers' lack of three-point shooting assistance might eventually spell disaster.

"The 6’7 forward thrived as a starter during the Mavericks' 2024 run to the NBA Finals, led by the Lakers' newest superstar," Watts wrote. "Washington is an unrestricted free agent in the 2026 offseason, and Dallas has Anthony Davis and Cooper Flagg locked in at the forward spots. Washington should look to move on and team up with number 77 in LA.