Even LeBron James was caught off guard by the comment.
Luka Doncic may be settling into life with the Los Angeles Lakers, but that doesn’t mean he’s loving everything about it.
In a candid moment during a recent conversation with LeBron James and Steve Nash, the Lakers’ midseason superstar addition didn’t hold back. He was asked about adjusting to his new city and gave an unfiltered response.
“The only thing I do not like is the traffic,” Doncic admitted. His comment drew laughs and a stunned reaction from LeBron himself.
For fans who only see Doncic lighting it up on the court, this comment was a reminder that even NBA stars deal with the everyday frustrations of L.A. life.
Since arriving in February 2025 via a blockbuster trade with the Dallas Mavericks, the Slovenian guard has impressed with his on-court performance. But off the court, he’s learning that Los Angeles comes with its own set of challenges.
LeBron Surprised by Luka’s Honesty
According to those in the room, LeBron was momentarily speechless after Doncic’s confession. While he eventually nodded in agreement, the look on his face said it all: L.A. traffic humbles everyone, even MVP-level talents.
The exchange took place during a casual chat that included Steve Nash and was later clipped and circulated on social media, quickly going viral.
From Dallas to Hollywood: A Big Transition
Doncic spent the first six seasons of his NBA career in Dallas, where life, and the roads, moved a little differently. Now in Los Angeles, he’s adjusting to the bright lights, intense media attention, and yes, gridlocked highways.
But make no mistake: he’s still all business on the court. Since the trade, Luka has become a leader for the Lakers. He established chemistry with LeBron, commanding the offense, and delivering big moments down the stretch of the season.
Luka Still Winning Fans — Even With Complaints
The viral nature of Doncic’s comment only made fans love him more. On social media, many praised his honesty and said it made him “more relatable.” One commenter joked, “Luka’s just like the rest of us — stuck on the 405 with nowhere to go.”
For now, traffic may be his biggest gripe, but that’s probably a good sign. If the only downside to being a Laker is the L.A. gridlock, things are going pretty well.
