Max Kellerman unloads on Lakers star Luka Doncic as Rich Paul remains noticeably silent

Rich Paul was quiet when Max Kellerman blasted Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic with plenty of criticism.

Paul and Kellerman took part in a Feb. 18 episode of the Game Over podcast. The latter didn’t hold back on Doncic, calling the Lakers star out for his constant complaining to the officials while making a bold take about him and Boston Celtics standout Jaylen Brown.

“Every single trip down the floor, you’re complaining to the refs. Luka, every trip down the floor? Every trip down the floor, you’re complaining to the refs. Even when he hits the shot. No, you’re not going to get the and one. And it can’t be that the refs blow every call on Luka Doncic,” Kellerman said at the 18:08 mark.

“Rich, you and I both saw last night. Jaylen Brown is better than Luka Doncic. Better player, I’d rather have him on the team. If I had to start a team, I’d rather start it with Jaylen Brown.”

Paul responded with, “Jaylen Brown is a damn good player,” as Kellerman quickly responded with, “He’s better than Luka.”

What lies ahead for Luka Doncic, Lakers

It’s clear that Luka Doncic stands out as one of the best players in the entire NBA. However, his tendency to draw fouls a lot and complain to officials could present a flaw towards his on-court mindset.

Doncic is going through his seventh season in the league, his second with the Lakers. He is playing at a high level, producing 32.8 points, 8.5 assists and 7.7 rebounds per game throughout 44 appearances. He is shooting 47.1% from the field, including 35.5% from beyond the arc, and 77.6% from the free-throw line.

Los Angeles has a 34-22 record on the season, holding the fifth spot in the Western Conference standings. They have a tiebreaker advantage over the Minnesota Timberwolves and lead over the Phoenix Suns by two games. However, they trail the Houston Rockets by 0.5 games and the Denver Nuggets by one game.

The Lakers will prepare for the final game of an eight-game homestand. They host the Orlando Magic as tip-off will take place on Feb. 24 at 10:30 p.m. ET.

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