NBA legend Paul Pierce is questioning whether Lakers GM Rob Pelinka can actually assemble a title-contending team around superstar duo Luka Dončić and LeBron James. The discussion centers on Pelinka’s track record and whether he can pull off the right moves to maximize this high-profile pairing.

Editor’s Note: The Lakers are always in the spotlight, and pairing Dončić with LeBron would be a blockbuster move—but it’s pointless if the supporting cast isn’t up to par. Pierce’s skepticism reflects a bigger debate: Can Pelinka, who’s had mixed results as GM, deliver a championship-caliber team around two of the league’s biggest names? For Lakers fans, it’s equal parts excitement and anxiety.