The Los Angeles Lakers’ acquisition of Luka Doncic has altered the future of a franchise that had been trying to squeeze one more championship run out of 40-year-old LeBron James’ partnership with Anthony Davis.

The collected media, Lakers bigwigs and others waiting for L.A.'s newest superstar chatted, speculated and whispered. "Is LeBron here?" Some wondered if he

While All-NBA star Luka Doncic was shocked by the trade, then realized "This is the Lakers. It's one of the best clubs in history. So I’m excited to be here.”