Lakers Eye Dwight Powell Reunion to Boost Luka Doncic's Supporting Cast

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly considering signing 35-year-old free agent Dwight Powell to strengthen their roster around Luka Doncic before the 2026-27 NBA season, following a missed opportunity to acquire forward Jonathan Kuminga. Powell, an unrestricted free agent, played alongside Doncic for six and a half seasons with the Dallas Mavericks, appearing in 389 games with him—the most of any teammate in Doncic's eight-year career. Lakers insider Khobi Price highlighted Powell's on-court chemistry with Doncic as a key factor, while also mentioning Drew Eubanks, Bismack Biyombo, and Mason Plumlee as alternatives. The Mavericks have moved away from re-signing Powell, opening a path for the Lakers. Separately, former NBA player Trevor Ariza expressed doubt about the Lakers' current championship potential on paper, though he noted Doncic's ability to lead a team to the playoffs and the Finals, as he did with Dallas in 2024.