Doncic also shut down rumors that have surfaced since the trade, including an unfounded claim from the Mavericks. Per ESPN's Tim McMahon, Dallas had 'major concerns' about his conditioning 'issues' and making a commitment to a supermax contract extension this summer.

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

Doncic, taking questions at his introductory press conference, says hearing the news was hard, but he is excited to join the Lakers and play with LeBron James.