The Lakers have an uncertain future with LeBron James, contract extension talks to tackle with Luka Dončić, a glaring void at center, a supporting cast that needs strengthening and a handful of trade chips to play with on the open market. This summer should be busy.

The Slovenian star plans to suit up for his national team this summer, and Lakers fans are already sounding the alarm.

The Lakers have many issues to address, but they have the most challenging part covered: a young superstar named Luka Doncic, who is set to carry the franchise for the next decade or so. The Dallas Mavericks gift-wrapped Doncic to the Lakers in early February.