Trade & Free Agency 2026/2027

[KillerLeft]

So are you saying that you wouldn’t want Luka back if he came to Dallas as a free agent in 2028?

TBD, based on the following criteria:

Has Luka come into camp for the Lakers in shape for two straight seasons between now and then? Has he stayed in shape throughout those two seasons and been relatively healthy as a result, including being prepared to be excellent in the playoffs? 

Has Luka learned to let go of the ball a little earlier in possessions more often, making sure his teammates are more involved and more in rhythm? 

Has Luka cut back, at least somewhat, on arguing with refs for 2-3 straight possessions instead of engaging in transition defense (sometimes even half court defense) on behalf of his team? 

Do the Mavs have a good thing going on offense by then, wherein multiple people touch the ball, and does it feel like bringing Luka in might disrupt that?