The Unexpected ....
The Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis trade
Winners, losers, what's next
The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers stunned the NBA overnight Saturday with a swap of All-Stars that has massive implications for this season and beyond.
A year after leading the NBA in scoring and finishing third in MVP voting en route to his first NBA Finals appearance, Luka Doncic is headed to the Lakers as their next superstar. In exchange, Dallas acquired All-Star center Anthony Davis, the Lakers' leader in points, rebounds and blocks per game, as well as promising guard Max Christie and the Lakers' 2029 first-round pick.
Because of the NBA's salary cap rules, the trade also required the Utah Jazz as a third team, which acquired guard Jalen Hood-Schifino from the Lakers and 2025 second-round picks from the Clippers and Mavs.
Will Lakers try to trade for Mitch Robinson while in NY for a couple days?
Will Mavs make another trade before Feb. deadline?
Where will Butler or Fox destination be both wanting to be traded?