The Los Angeles Lakers delivered a stunning surprise to the NBA community on Saturday night. They executed a blockbuster trade that brought Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic to Los Angeles. In this remarkable deal, the Lakers parted ways with their All-Star Center, Anthony Davis, sending him to the Mavericks.
While this trade signifies the end of the formidable partnership between LeBron James and Davis, it simultaneously ignites anticipation for an exhilarating collaboration between Doncic and James. Fans are eagerly anticipating the potential chemistry between these two elite players. Meanwhile, former NBA champion Paul Pierce shared his thoughts on the Lakers’ new duo during a recent episode of “Speak” on FS1.
“They can’t play together. They require the ball, they’re ball-dominant players that dictate everything their team does. … If I was the Lakers I would trade Bron”. Pierce said.
.@PaulPierce34 on Luka and LeBron playing together 👀
— Speak (@SpeakOnFS1) February 3, 2025
"They can't play together!… If I was the Lakers I'd trade Bron." pic.twitter.com/JAbTwOApm0
Pierce also highlighted that this moment is a great opportunity for the Lakers to think about trading James. He believes that doing so would enable the team to start building a roster centered around Doncic.
LeBron James Stellar Performance Against The New York Knicks
The Lakers recently played the New York Knicks in an intense game at Madison Square Garden. LeBron James showcased his skills on the court by recording a triple-double.
James scored 33 points, provided 12 assists, and grabbed 11 rebounds in 37 minutes of play. Other significant contributors included Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura, who scored 27 and 21 points, respectively. These strong performances helped propel the Lakers to a 128-112 victory over the Knicks.
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The Lakers are in a strong position in the 2024-25 NBA season. They have won 8 of their last 10 games. Following their recent victory, they sit in 5th place in the Western Conference standings with a record of 28-19. Their next game will be against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Intuit Dome.
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