Luka Doncic spoke about his trade from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers during his introductory press conference on Tuesday. "It was a big shock," Doncic said of the trade. "It was hard moments for me. I had to check if it was April 1. ... [But now] I get to play in the greatest club in the world, and I'm excited for this new journey." Doncic had recently bought a … [Read more...] about Luka Doncic: Trade ‘Was A Big Shock’, ‘I’m Excited For This New Journey’
LeBron James Could Extend Playing Career Due To Lakers’ Trade For Luka Doncic
The addition of Luka Doncic by the Los Angeles Lakers could lead to LeBron James extending his playing career beyond his previously planned retirement date. James, who has a no-trade clause, wants to remain with the Lakers and could extend his contract this offseason. Furthermore, the Lakers are expected to shift toward a more serious pursuit of a title given the age of Doncic … [Read more...] about LeBron James Could Extend Playing Career Due To Lakers’ Trade For Luka Doncic
Trade Discussions Between Mavs, Lakers Over Luka Doncic ‘Built’ Over Last Three Weeks
Trade discussions between Nico Harrison and Rob Pelinka involving Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis "built" over the last three weeks, according to Harrison. Harrison and Pelinka have had a working relationship of over twenty years from when Harrison was with Nike and Pelinka was Kobe Bryant's agent. Harrison got full support from team governor Patrick Dumont in the weeks leading … [Read more...] about Trade Discussions Between Mavs, Lakers Over Luka Doncic ‘Built’ Over Last Three Weeks
Clippers Trade PJ Tucker, Mo Bamba, Second-Round Pick To Jazz For Drew Eubanks, Patty Mills
The Los Angeles Clippers are trading PJ Tucker, Mo Bamba, a second-round pick in 2030, and cash to the Utah Jazz, sources told Shams Charania and Bobby Marks of ESPN. The Clippers will receive Drew Eubanks and Patty Mills. The Jazz previously had the option of swapping second-round picks in 2030 with the Clippers due to the Russell Westbrook trade. Now, they own both picks. … [Read more...] about Clippers Trade PJ Tucker, Mo Bamba, Second-Round Pick To Jazz For Drew Eubanks, Patty Mills
Lakers Not Interested In Trading Austin Reaves In Package For De’Aaron Fox
The Los Angeles Lakers are not interested in trading away Austin Reaves in a deal with the Sacramento Kings for De'Aron Fox, sources tell Jake Fischer. When news of Fox's availability was reported this week, the absence of the Lakers from his list also leaked. Fox is represented by Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, who is uniquely plugged into the Lakers. Reaves is averaging 18.2 … [Read more...] about Lakers Not Interested In Trading Austin Reaves In Package For De’Aaron Fox