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Doncic's Rise Sparks Doncic-James Rivalry in NBA Season

9/27/2025

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Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers enters his first full NBA season, ranked No. 3 on ESPN's Top 100.
EuroBasket shows Doncic's improved conditioning and defensive skills.
Cade Cunningham of the Detroit Pistons, ranked 12th, has a similar size and skill set.
The season may heighten the Doncic–James rivalry, with LeBron James remaining a Lakers leader.

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Story summary

Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers enters his first full NBA season, ranked No. 3 on ESPN's Top 100.
EuroBasket shows Doncic's improved conditioning and defensive skills.
Cade Cunningham of the Detroit Pistons, ranked 12th, has a similar size and skill set.
The season may heighten the Doncic–James rivalry, with LeBron James remaining a Lakers leader.