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Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves appear to have built a strong relationship as the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for the upcoming season.

The two have become close teammates over the past few seasons, and Doncic showed their joking relationship when he was recently asked to describe Reaves in one word.

“Annoying,” Doncic said while looking directly at the camera.

The comment was clearly a joke, with Doncic and Reaves regularly teasing each other.

Reaves has previously talked about their frequent conversations and their shared interest in golf.

Their relationship is also a positive sign for the Lakers, who recently traveled to Slovenia as a team.

The trip gave several new players an opportunity to spend time together before training camp.

Doncic and Reaves are expected to have major roles for Los Angeles this season.

While good chemistry alone will not determine the Lakers’ results, the relationship between their key players should help as the team prepares for the new campaign.