Luka Doncic, the star player traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, was taken by surprise when he received the news while nearly asleep in Dallas. “I thought it was a joke,” he said, reflecting on the shocking trade from the Mavericks, a team he considered home.
Now in LA, Doncic is beginning to settle in and is thrilled about playing alongside LeBron James. “This is a new journey for me,” he shared. Doncic feels motivated after the Mavericks decided to move on from him, empowering him to shine even brighter in his new role.
The Lakers formally welcomed Doncic just days after trading Anthony Davis and Max Christie in a three-team deal. Doncic, a five-time All-Star and recent scoring champion, hopes to create something special in this new chapter of his career.
General manager Rob Pelinka expressed his excitement, noting that Doncic’s arrival would bring “basketball joy to the world.” His words reflected the anticipation around this significant change in the league.
Meanwhile, Anthony Davis gave up a $6 million bonus as part of the trade to the Mavericks. His move to Dallas has sparked mixed feelings among fans, as they adjust to life without Doncic. “Losing a player like Luka is a big deal,” Davis acknowledged. He emphasized the importance of helping his new team improve.
In another update, West Virginia guard-forward Tucker DeVries will miss the rest of the season due to surgery for an upper-body injury. His father, head coach Darian DeVries, stated that they are seeking a medical redshirt to allow Tucker to play another year. Before his injury, Tucker was a key player, averaging nearly 15 points per game.
WVU’s DeVries duo, father and son, joined the Mountaineers from Drake, where Tucker earned accolades as a top player in the Missouri Valley Conference. The decision for surgery comes after thorough consultations with medical professionals, indicating they prioritized Tucker’s long-term health.
