Thu Feb 06 05:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Dončić’s Reunion with Finney-Smith Fuels Lakers Excitement

**Los Angeles, CA** – Luka Dončić’s highly anticipated debut with the Los Angeles Lakers is drawing closer, with sources indicating a potential start this Saturday against the Indiana Pacers. The excitement is amplified by his reunion with former Dallas Mavericks teammate Dorian Finney-Smith, a trade acquisition for the Lakers in December.

The two players, who spent over four seasons together in Dallas, have been publicly expressing their joy at being reunited. A playful exchange on social media, referencing Dončić’s jersey number, highlighted their close bond. Dončić rated his excitement about the reunion a “10 out of 10,” calling Finney-Smith “his guy.”

The trade that brought Dončić to Los Angeles last Sunday involved a three-team deal also involving the Utah Jazz and sent Anthony Davis to the Mavericks. The move marks a significant shift for both teams, with Dončić clearly eager to demonstrate his success in his new environment. His apparent eagerness to prove the Mavericks wrong in trading him is likely a significant motivating factor. Finney-Smith, meanwhile, is already contributing to the Lakers, averaging 6.9 points and 3.1 rebounds in his short time with the team. The dynamic duo’s reunion is expected to significantly boost the Lakers’ performance in the coming weeks.

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