The Los Angeles Lakers enter the next season with a promising core mix of talents and veteran presences. After an early exit from the last season, the franchise is focusing on rebuilding around its future asset, Luka Doncic. In the meantime, NBA analyst Iztok Franko points out something connected with LeBron James and star forward Rui Hachimura that can’t be unnoticeable.

Last year, Hachimura averaged 13.1 points and five rebounds per game while shooting over 50% from the field and 41.3% from three. Despite his solid stats and high basketball skills, the franchise did not make a move on his contract extension. Meanwhile, James is also nearing the end of his contract and will play his 23rd season with the Lakers, with his smart play and veteran experience.

However, Franko noted the last t

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