The most shocking NBA trade happened just days before the trade deadline: Luka Doncic is being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis. When I first heard about the trade, I was thrilled for LeBron James. However, as a New Yorker, who’s always very cautious, I began to wonder why would the Dallas Mavericks send a 25-year-old superstar to the Lakers for a 31-year-old star player who is often injured.
Now, don’t get me wrong: when Anthony Davis is at his best, he is one of the top big men in the league. However, he tends to struggle when he is needed most. Additionally, Davis never came close to winning anything in the NBA until he played alongside LeBron James. I’m sure the Dallas Mavericks are aware of these factors, so I have concerns about this trade. It’s reported that Luka Doncic never asked for a trade and allegedly didn’t even know he was being traded. If this is the case, Why would Mark Cuban sign off on this trade? could it be Luka’s work ethic? Or could it be the fact that Luka is eligible for a $346 million contract extension after next season? Other reports suggest that Luka does not take his conditioning seriously, which has contributed to his history of injuries.
The Lakers organization may have grown weary of Anthony Davis not consistently showing up when it matters, leading them to make a significant trade. Regardless of the reasons, Luka Doncic is on his way to Los Angeles. Pairing him with LeBron James forms one of the most formidable duos in the NBA. While Anthony Davis joined the Lakers in the 2019-20 season, it’s unfortunate that Lakers fans will forget about him by the end of the season,
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