Dorian Finney-Smith humorously discussed how playing with LeBron James and Luka Doncic has altered his shot opportunities

Los Angeles Lakers wing Dorian Finney-Smith highlights the differences between LeBron James and Luka Doncic's passing and creation.

Dorian Finney-Smith grew up in Virginia as a Los Angeles Lakers fan and is living out his dream by playing for the franchise.

Dorian Finney-Smith knocks down the open 3 for the Lakers. Facebook; Twitter; Email

Coach JJ Redick used Gabe Vincent, Dalton Knecht, Dorian Finney-Smith, Jarred Vanderbilt and Alex Len as reserves against Charlotte and said they will continue to tinker with small-ball lineups.

The Los Angeles Lakers were short-handed in their last game before the All-Star break, which they lost to the Utah Jazz. Starting center Jaxson Hayes left early due to a facial contusion, while guard Gabe Vincent and forward Dorian Finney-Smith,

The Los Angeles Lakers acquired Dorian Finney-Smith two months ago in a deal that sent D'Angelo Russell back to the Brooklyn Nets for a second stint. The addition of Finney-Smith has significantly bettered the Lakers' depth at the wing position.

Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith became extension-eligible this week and can sign a three-year contract with L.A.

Maxey, 24, already is an All-Star, the NBA’s reigning Most Improved Player and a 27-points-per-game scorer. But Embiid is without a timeline for his return, and when he isn’t present, even as Maxey has emerged as a top-notch player over the past few seasons, the 7-footer has dragged any shot at victory with him.

The Los Angeles Lakers have gone 2-1 since the All-Star break came to an end.  The new Luka Doncic-LeBron James pairing has been fun to see, and the two combined for 57 points with 19 rebounds and 12 assists in Saturday's win over the Nuggets.

Los Angeles was dominant from start to finish, ultimately prevailing with a statement of a 123-100 victory. The key to success was a blend of Luka Doncic finding his magic, four starters scoring at least 20 points, and the role players wreaking havoc on defense.