Brian Windhorst breaks down why the Lakers' focus is on Luka Doncic and not LeBron James. LeBron James, the centerpiece of every Lakers decision and strategy for the previous seven-plus years, was not in attendance. • After the Lakers were eliminated, James was asked whether having to play against more physical players affected him after the Doncic trade. James was referring to an interview Davis gave to ESPN, requesting the Lakers trade for a center, shortly before he was traded away. On July 4, he reposted a photo of Lakers team broadcaster Allie Clifton wearing a Cavaliers jersey with the comment, "Proper attire."