New Career Stages Shape Player Expectations

The Lakers 2026 media day was filled with a different sense of optimism from year’s past, mostly fueled by the newness of the roster and the spirit of a team built around Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. Pete and Darius discuss the vibe of the day, what comments stood out most to them, the common themes of leadership from Luka and Austin and buy-in from the players to their respective roles, and much more.

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