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NBA shocker: Luka Doncic traded to Lakers, Anthony Davis to Mavericks

Luka Doncic will continue his career in Los Angeles as the Mavericks move on to get Anthony Davis
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The Dallas Mavericks have completed a shocking trade sending Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis

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The stunning trade which involves the Mavericks, Lakers and Utah Jazz was disclosed by ESPN.

Luka Doncic traded to Lakers

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The three team deal outcome involves Doncic, Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris joining the Lakers.

In the NBA Playoffs, Luka Doncic bags a triple-double as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Oklahoma City Thunder to advance to the Western Conference Finals.

The Mavericks get Davis, Max Christie and an unprotected 2029 first round pick

The Utah Jazz get Jalen Hood-Schifino, 2025 Clippers 2nd, 2025 Mavericks 2nd to complete the trade.

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According to ESPN, the Mavericks were concerned about the looming commitment of a proposed fiveyear, $345 million contract.

To wrap up the NBA Playoffs, Luka Doncic named MVP as the Mavericks beat the Timberwolves in Game 5, advancing to the Finals.

The franchise also had major concerns over the 25-year-old's fitness troubles.

According to reports, the Mavericks believe that Doncic's lack of discipline with regard to food and exercise has contributed to his injury issues.

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