The Los Angeles Lakers are making the most of their time in Slovenia as star player Luka Doncic hosts a team-building minicamp ahead of the upcoming season. The squad arrived earlier this week and has been enjoying both organized activities and social outings throughout the Slovenian capital.
Doncic has spared little expense in orchestrating the week-long event, reportedly investing approximately $500,000 to cover travel and accommodations for his teammates. The group has been treated to a series of curated experiences, including visits to Ljubljana Castle and a scenic boat tour along the Ljubljanica River. When the team ventured into town for meals, they were accompanied by a full motorcade and received VIP treatment, drawing considerable attention from local residents and fans who greeted Doncic with enthusiastic chants.
Nearly the entire roster participated in the minicamp, with the exception of rookie Cameron Carr. The experience appears designed to accomplish multiple objectives: allowing the players to acclimate to one another following significant offseason roster changes while simultaneously providing structured training opportunities. The trip runs through the upcoming Monday, giving the team several more days to bond before official training camp begins next month.
For a Lakers organization that underwent substantial changes during the offseason, this early team-building initiative demonstrates strong leadership from Doncic. By investing personal resources into fostering chemistry and camaraderie before the regular season, the franchise aims to establish a cohesive unit prepared for immediate success.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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