Magic Johnson issues challenge to Luka Doncic

Magic Johnson has a message for Luka Doncic as the five-time All-Star heads into his first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Johnson discussed the future of the Lakers during a Thursday morning appearance on ESPN’s “Get Up.” He praised J.J. Redick for the way the coach has seemingly challenged Doncic ahead of the offseason. Magic was also complimentary of Doncic for appearing to be in better shape since the season ended.

But Johnson also issued a challenge to Doncic.

“Luka, it’s great what you did in Dallas, but the difference is in Los Angeles we expect championships,” Johnson said. “And we expect our superstars to lead us to a championship. LeBron already did that. Now we want Luka to do the same thing.”

Magic also urged Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka to improve the roster by adding a big man and players who can get up and down the court quicker.