What happened: Luka Doncic brought his teammates to Slovenia for a summer minicamp to build chemistry, taking a leading role in the Lakers' offseason overhaul. Austin Reaves signed the richest contract for an undrafted player in NBA history.

Why it matters: Acquiring Walker Kessler from Utah cost Los Angeles unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, plus first-round swaps in 2028 and 2030, committing substantial future draft capital to its new center. [NBA.com](https://cdn-uat.nba.com/news/walker-kessler-trade-los-angeles-lakers) The franchise enters the upcoming season pursuing its first championship since 2020.

What to watch: Training camp will offer the first test of how Kessler fits alongside Doncic and Reaves, particularly in screening actions and defensive coverage.