In a blockbuster trade thats shook the world on a Sunday, the Dallas Mavericks have traded Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber and Markieff to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and the 2029NBA first-round Draft Pick
Since the news was reported by Shams Charania of ESPN, its been confirmed by the Lakers:
And now Doncic, who wrote on X, Grateful for this amazing opportunity. Basketball means everything to me, and no matter where I play the game, Ill do so with the same joy, passion and goal to win championships.
The Don also posted a goodbye letter to Dallas fans:
Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison cited a new chapter for Dallas (per The Athletic) and feeling as thought they got ahead of what was going to be a tumultuous summer, [Doncic] being eligible for the supermax and also a year away from him being able to opt out of any contract, Harrison told The Dallas Morning News.
He also revealed in a press conference that head coach Jason Kidd wasnt made aware of the trade before the deal was finalized.
The news definitely has everyone around the L reacting, including Tyrese and Bam, who asked if Shams was hacked.
The Mavericks, who are currently ninth in the West, lost to the Cavaliers today. Meanwhile, the Lakers are ranked No. 5 and beat the Knicks.
