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The Dallas Mavericks trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers at the February trade deadline changed the entire landscape of the league for years to come. The Lakers acquired a 26-year-old superstar in his prime to build around for years to come, while the Mavericks fell out of the playoff picture completely with their season being derailed by injuries. While Dallas’ … [Read more...] about Lakers News: LeBron James Reacts To Mavericks Landing No. 1 Pick In 2025 NBA Draft Lottery

Anthony Davis was considered the next superstar to lead the Los Angeles Lakers franchise after LeBron James retired, but the organization made a blockbuster deal that shipped the big man out to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Luka Doncic. Doncic’s availability was never broadcast to the rest of the league and instead Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison was intent on … [Read more...] about Lakers News: Jeanie Buss Looking Forward To Speaking To Mavericks’ Anthony Davis In Offseason

Luka Doncic had the most emotional season of his career this past year as he was shockingly traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers, a move that shook the NBA to its core. Doncic was expected to spend his entire career in Dallas, but the team inexplicably dealt him to Los Angeles due to concerns over his conditioning and commitment to defense. Although Doncic … [Read more...] about Lakers News: Luka Doncic Praises JJ Redick, Comparing Him To European Coaches

While the Los Angeles Lakers were handed a gift in Luka Doncic, they inherited a star who seemed to be damaged emotionally. After a stunning and shocking departure from the Dallas Mavericks, Doncic needed to uproot his life in the middle of the season, something the 26-year-old could have never expected at this stage of his career. Thankfully, Lakers governor Jeanie Buss and … [Read more...] about Lakers News: Luka Doncic Taking Time To Process Trade This Offseason

As has been the case for several years now, the offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers comes with major questions about the future of one of its big stars in LeBron James. James has been effectively doing one-year deals for the last couple seasons, meaning that retirement is a potential consideration every summer for the superstar. It makes sense, as James is now 40 and coming … [Read more...] about Lakers News: LeBron James Discusses Offseason Plans; Remains Noncommittal About Future