Luka Doncic Dominates in Lakers Debut & Miami Heat Begin Post-Jimmy Butler Era

Luka Doncic made his Los Angeles Lakers preseason debut in dominant fashion, dropping 25 points in just one half as the NBA world reacts to his preseason performance. In today’s episode of Locked On NBA, hosts Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore, and Haize break down Luka’s impact, Jason Kidd’s new extension, and Russell Westbrook’s shocking move to the Kings. The crew also dives deep into the Miami Heat’s rebuild after Jimmy Butler’s trade — can Bam Adebayo or Tyler Herro emerge as the next superstar? Plus, what Jonathan Kuminga's ejection says about Golden State’s future and how the Portland Trail Blazers are building around rising rookie Yang Hansen. Tune in for sharp analysis, expert insights, and plenty of laughs from your favorite NBA insiders.

00:00 – Intro: Luka Doncic makes Lakers debut  

02:30 – Luka’s performance & Lakers outlook  

06:00 – Russell Westbrook signs with Kings  

07:30 – Jonathan Kuminga ejected in preseason game  

09:30 – Jason Kidd signs Mavericks extension  

13:20 – Miami Heat rebuild after Jimmy Butler trade  

24:55 – Yang Hansen: future face of the Blazers?

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