The entire NBA was shocked as Shams Charania of ESPN broke the news that the Dallas Mavericks are trading their star guard, Luka Doncic, to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis. While many came up with their opinions, a journalist caught Lakers superstar LeBron James’ attention when he alleged that the four-time NBA champion is at the center of the blockbuster trade.
In a video shared by CBS Sports, NBA insider Bill Reiter claimed that LeBron James “had grown frustrated with Anthony Davis,” suggesting the 40-year-old forward’s involvement in the trade.
However, LeBron James was quick to deny the claims, and he blasted the journalist for spreading a fake narrative. The Lakers star took to X (formerly Twitter) and fired back at the Reiter. “You a fkn lie!!!” LeBron wrote alongside clown emojis.
You a fkn lie!!! 🤥🤡 https://t.co/EYNRUbUFmj
— LeBron James (@KingJames) February 2, 2025
Both Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis are prolific scorers for their teams. Davis has played 47 games this season, averaging 25.7 points, 11.9 rebounds and 3.4 assists. On the other hand, Doncic has missed out on most games due to injuries this season. In his 22 appearances for the Mavericks, the Slovenian averaged 28.1 points, 8.3 rebounds and 7.8 assists.
Shams Charania Breaks Down Anthony Davis-Luka Doncic Trade Deal
ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the Dallas Mavericks approached the Lakers with an offer that also involved the Utah Jazz in a three-team trade deal. In the blockbuster trade, the Lakers will receive Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber, and Markieff Morris, while the Mavericks will acquire Max Christie alongside Anthony Davis.
“BREAKING: The Dallas Mavericks are trading Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a 2029 first-round pick, sources tell ESPN. Three-team deal that includes Utah,” Charania wrote.
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BREAKING: The Dallas Mavericks are trading Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a 2029 first-round pick, sources tell ESPN. Three-team deal that includes Utah.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 2, 2025
The blockbuster trade will end the seven-year partnership between the Lakers star duo of LeBron James and Anthony Davis. On the other hand, Doncic will part ways with the Mavericks after playing six-and-a-half seasons with the franchise.
