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In a heartfelt message shared on his social media accounts, Luka Dončić addressed fans for the first time since the stunning trade that sent him from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers. Expressing deep gratitude, Dončić wrote:
"Seven years ago, I came here as a teenager to pursue my dream of playing basketball at the highest level. I thought I'd spend my career here and I wanted so badly to bring you a championship. The love and support you all have given me is more than I ... ."
He concluded his message by acknowledging the special bond he formed with the city and its fans
#MFFL pic.twitter.com/qVMcV2uh5m
— Luka Doncic (@luka7doncic) February 2, 2025
In a subsequent post, Dončić expressed his enthusiasm about joining the Lakers:
"Grateful for this amazing ... —to win championships."
Grateful for this amazing opportunity. Basketball means everything to me, and no matter where I play the game, I’ll do so with the same joy, passion and goal - to win championships. https://t.co/psfgI5o9Pn
— Luka Doncic (@luka7doncic) February 2, 2025
The trade, which sent shockwaves through the NBA community, involved the Mavericks receiving Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a 2029 first ... in exchange for Dončić, Maxi Kleber, and Markieff Morris. The Utah Jazz also participated in the deal, acquiring Jalen Hood-Schifino ... two second-round picks.
Dončić's departure has elicited strong reactions from fans and players alike. Former NBA player Vernon Maxwell tweeted, "If you ever needed proof that Dallas is a special kind of stupid….." while analyst Paul Pierce remarked, "They gonna let LeBron groom Luka to be the face of the league on Lakers."
As Dončić embarks on this new chapter with the Lakers, the basketball world will keenly observe how this blockbuster trade reshapes the dynamics of both franchises.
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