Lakers must prove Luka Doncic is priority by drafting a center

Luka Dončić will be closely watching how this unfolds. Ever since he was traded to the Lakers in February 2025, they’ve vowed to build a contender around him. Luka Dončić will be closely watching how the draft unfolds. Getty ImagesWell, summer 2026 has arrived and the sand is now streaming through the hourglass. The Lakers could have up to nine free agents. And they have the No. 25 pick in the NBA draft. Their biggest hole? Down low.&n