Getty Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during an NBA game. The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to build a championship team around Luka Doncic this offseason. Doncic signed an extension last year to signify his desire to continue the legacy of the franchise. The Lakers fell short of a title this season, but they proved that they are capable of becoming contenders after the red-hot streak since the NBA All-Star break. They just endured too much injuries late in the season, though