Trading for Luka Doncic has turned the Los Angeles Lakers into legitimate contenders. But the team's turnaround seemed to truly start when its other superstar's favorite college program won it all.

A switch was flipped for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in mid-January. After two games were postponed due to the L.A. wildfires, the Lakers came back to action and were smoked by the San Antonio Spurs by 24 points on Jan.

LeBron James has made it clear he isn't too worried about Luka Doncic's slow start with the Los Angeles Lakers following the trade deadline.

LeBron James has not lost confidence in Luka Doncic’s shooting, even with the latter struggling from the field since joining the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite limited shared court time, James remains confident in his All-NBA teammate.