The Los Angeles Lakers’ latest behind-the-scenes episode gave fans exactly what they’ve been hoping for, a glimpse into the budding chemistry between Luka Doncic and Rui Hachimura. The segment, part of the team’s ongoing series, was supposed to be lighthearted. Instead, it became a viral showcase of how quickly these two have clicked, both as teammates and as friends.
The first question set the tone for the whole episode. Asked to write down the name of Rui’s dog, Hachimura correctly wrote “Jake.”
Luka, with a smirk, jotted down “Luka (Dawg).”
When they revealed their answers, both burst into laughter. It was a small moment, but it showed something larger, a natural comfort that’s hard to fake.
Next came a question about how many languages Luka speaks. Rui confidently wrote down five, while Luka answered four. What made the moment even funnier was that both leaned over, squinting at their own handwriting because neither could read what they’d scribbled.
When asked where Rui traveled this summer, Luka guessed, “Greece and London.”
Rui, without hesitation, said, “25 countries.”
Luka playfully asked why he didn’t visit Slovenia.
Rui shot back, “I tried! I asked, and you said you didn’t want me to come!”
Luka, laughing, denied it: “He’s lying! He’s lying!”
The back-and-forth felt effortless, the kind of teasing that only comes from genuine camaraderie.
The final question was about unread texts. Luka looked at his phone and wrote down 15. Rui guessed 45.
Then it was Rui’s turn. Luka said 126, but Rui, after checking his phone, revealed an incredible 548.
Luka Dončić & Rui Hachimura put their friendship to the test
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For a Lakers team that has seen major roster changes and heavy expectations, this kind of chemistry is gold. It’s easy to forget that building trust and connection off the court often translates into smoother play on it. Luka’s intensity and Rui’s calm personality balance each other perfectly; one drives the engine, the other stabilizes it.
Doncic has opened the season in MVP-level form, averaging an absurd 46.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 8.5 assists through his first two games while shooting over 62 percent from the field. Hachimura, meanwhile, has been quietly efficient, posting 16.0 points per game on 68.4 percent shooting.
He’s also knocking down half of his threes, a key weapon in spreading the floor for Luka’s drives.
At 1-1 heading into their matchup against the Sacramento Kings, the Lakers know this season is about more than just numbers. It’s about building an identity. Hachimura is entering a contract year, and his chemistry with Doncic could play a big role in his future. If Luka wants him to stay, and it sure looks like he does, the Lakers’ front office will make every effort to keep him in Los Angeles.
For now, Lakers fans can take comfort in one thing: their new star duo isn’t just connecting on the court, they’re connecting as people. And that’s often where winning begins.
