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Luka Dončić has the matchup he wants in the first round of the playoffs. Now it's time to capitalize.

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Luka Doncic traded from Mavericks

Broke your phone over a trade? You’ve got something in common with Luka Dončić

Jarred Vanderbilt is a hidden reason why the Lakers should be confident that they can win this series

Jarred Vanderbilt is the Lakers' X-factor against the Timberwolves

Golden State Warriors v Los Angeles Lakers

Deepest playoff runs in NBA Play-In Tournament history

San Antonio Spurs v Dallas Mavericks

Nico Harrison admits he doesn't care about Mavs fans in defense of Luka Dončić trade

LeBron James two decades' worth of playoff experience, but Anthony Edwards won't be afraid to go against the King

3 things about the Timberwolves that should scare the Lakers

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic

NBA Power Rankings: Every Western Conference playoff team by their chance to beat the Thunder

May 28, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) speaks to Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) during the fourth quarter during game four of the western conference finals for the 2024 NBA playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

The Whiteboard: Nasty NBA Playoffs series, coaching carousel, and the Battle for Face of the NBA

Los Angeles Lakers v Portland Trail Blazers

Bronny James' first NBA start went exactly how anyone with common sense expected

Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) celebrates with Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

What is the easiest possible path for the Lakers to make the NBA Finals?

Golden State Warriors v Los Angeles Lakers

A Lakers vs. Warriors first-round matchup would be the NBA's dream, and it's very likely

Jan 25, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) defends against Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Ranking the 3 best potential first-round NBA Playoffs matchups, including LeBron vs. Steph

LeBron James and Luka Dončić are heating up just in time for the playoffs

2 Lakers peaking at the perfect time, 1 who could be a playoff problem

Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Luka Dončić removed all doubt over which team won the trade of the century

Los Angeles Lakers v Dallas Mavericks

Luka Dončić torched the Mavs in his return — here are 5 moments you’ve got to see

Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts while watching a tribute video before the game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

NBA playoff standings upon Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas heightens trade insanity

Los Angeles Lakers v Dallas Mavericks

Luka Dončić gets emotional watching tribute video in first game back in Dallas

Dallas Mavericks v Los Angeles Lakers

Luka Dončić’s new Gatorade commercial will have Mavs fans in their feelings

Golden State Warriors v Los Angeles Lakers

Luka’s response to work ethic critics: "They have no idea"

Los Angeles Lakers v Oklahoma City Thunder

Luka Dončić returns to Dallas, but Mavericks’ tribute feels hollow

A potential playoff matchup between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic will be pure cinema

Luka Dončić is the reason the Lakers can beat the Thunder in the playoffs

Apr 8, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) has a technical call against him during the second half of a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Luka Dončić ejection 'seemed a little personal' to Lakers teammate

Los Angeles Lakers v Oklahoma City Thunder

Luka Dončić: Return to Dallas, 'is going to be very emotional for me'

Apr 8, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) has a technical call against him during the second half of a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Ref Show: Lakers fans call out blatant NBA hypocrisy after absurd Luka Dončić ejection

The Nuggets have knocked the Lakers out of the playoffs each of the past two years. Is this the year the Lakers get revenge?

The Nuggets aren't the only team the Lakers would love to see in the first round

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