LeBron James was asked about those challenges after Wednesday's loss to the Hornets, but is understanding of how difficult it can be to pick things up mid-season. READ MORE: Lakers under 'immense pressure' to sign Luka Doncic after Mavericks trade "He still doesn't know all the plays.

With the Lakers acquiring Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks in still-shocking trade that sent Anthony Davis to the Lone Star State, L.A. has now paired two of the most clutch players to ever slip on an NBA uniform.

Lakers' LeBron James seemed to have thrown shade at Patrick Dumont on his Instagram story, posting a quote of a Turkish proverb.