Also a German involved
Nowitzki reacts to alleged mega-nba exchange around Dončić
02.02.2025 – 10:24 a.m.Reading time: 2 min.
Does Luka Dončić leave the Dallas Mavericks? It currently looks that the NBA superstar is traded. Dirk Nowitzki reacted to this.
A trade that causes a stir: NBA superstar Luka Dončić is to leave the Dallas Mavericks and play for the Los Angeles Lakers in the future. Mavericks club legend Dirk Nowitzki reacted to the rumors with incredulous astonishment. The German posted only one emoji on platform X that describes his reaction. This has opened eyes, red cheeks and a worrying expression. Among other things, fans commented on: “Dirk, save us” and “do something”.
According to media reports, including ESPN, the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers have agreed on a player exchange. Dončić, the flagship of the Texans, is to move to California since 2018. In return, Dallas receives the nine-time all-star Anthony Davis. Mavericks professional Maximilian Kleber is also involved in the deal.
Nico Harrison, General Manager of Mavericks, at least indirectly confirmed the rumors. He emphasized the importance of a strong defensive towards ESPN: “I believe that the defense will win championships. And I believe that we have better chances if we get an all-defensive center and an all-NBA player with a defensive attitude. ” This indicates that Dallas relies on a new strategic orientation with Davis.
In addition to Luka Dončić, Markieff Morris is also said to be part of the deal. In addition to Davis, Dallas receives the young Guard Max Christie and a first-class craft pick for 2029. The trade also involves a third franchise: Utah Jazz will receive the Lakers player Jalen Hood-Schifino and other draft picks.
Dončić, who is currently pausing because of a calf injury, has been playing for Dallas since 2018 and has developed into the undisputed leader of the team. Last season he led the Mavericks to the first NBA final participation in 13 years with an average of 33.9 points per game. In this year’s games he came up with 28.1 points, 8.3 rebounds and 7.8 assists per game.
Anthony Davis, on the other hand, switched to the Lakers in 2019 and immediately won the title together with LeBron James. This season, the center has an average of 25.7 points and 11.9 rebounds. In the last game of the Lakers, a 128:11 win against the New York Knicks, Davis was no longer on the bid.