As the Los Angeles Lakers fight to stay alive in their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, one courtside presence has captured the attention of fans almost as much as the basketball itself—Laker Girl McKenna Doblie.
With Game 5 looming and the Lakers trailing 3-1 in the series, Doblie has become a viral sensation for her dazzling look and vibrant energy during the team’s postseason run.
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McKenna Doblie, a second-year member of the iconic Laker Girls dance team, has set social media ablaze after posting a photo of herself in uniform just ahead of the playoffs.
Captioned, “Dancin’ into PLAYOFFS Let’s go Lakers ,” the image quickly went viral, with fans praising not just her beauty and presence, but also her energy and commitment to the Lakers’ sideline atmosphere.
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The Portland, Oregon native boasts a strong dance background, having begun training at the age of three and later earning her degree from the University of California, Irvine.
At just 15, she was already teaching and choreographing, and she now serves as a highly sought-after instructor at 4PM Dance Studio in Yorba Linda, California. Known for her sharp technique and ability to inspire young dancers, Doblie has emerged as a key member of both the professional dance and Lakers entertainment communities.
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Her growing popularity has seen her Instagram following surge past 6,000, and her Game 4 courtside photo lit up fan discussions during and after the matchup.
While the Lakers stumbled in Games 3 and 4, dropping both in Minnesota and finding themselves on the brink of elimination, Doblie’s enthusiasm has remained consistent.
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Her vibrant sideline performances alongside the Laker Girls have provided a morale boost for fans in what has been a frustrating series thus far. With the series returning to Crypto.com Arena for Game 5, Doblie and her teammates will be on hand to help fire up the crowd for what could be the Lakers’ final game of the season.
Despite the uphill battle, confidence remains in the Lakers’ camp. And with home-court energy and the unwavering support from Laker Nation, both on the court and on the sidelines, the Lakers still have hope.
In a city where entertainment and basketball collide like nowhere else, McKenna Doblie exemplifies the Lakers’ brand: glamour, grit, and unwavering presence. Whether or not the team stages a miraculous 3-1 comeback, her performances and viral flair have left a lasting impression on Lakers fans this postseason.
As the lights shine bright for Game 5, all eyes won’t just be on LeBron James and Luka Doncic, they’ll also be courtside, where McKenna Doblie continues to steal the show.
