The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into the 2025-26 season with both excitement and uncertainty. Luka Doncic is fully in place as the franchise centerpiece, LeBron James is still defying Father Time, and new additions offer the team a fresh look. Optimism surrounds this roster, though there’s already a looming question mark. Who belongs in the starting five, and who might be better suited to lead the second unit? That battle will play out in training camp. One particular Laker finds himself at risk of losing his job.

Smart additions, but not a splash

The Lakers didn’t make a blockbuster move this summer. However, they did quietly improve their roster around Doncic and James without giving up major assets. Their biggest addition was Deandre Ayton. He is a clear upgrade over the patchw

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