The Dallas Mavericks lit the NBA world on fire over the weekend by sending megastar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis and some other pieces. Immediately, it was called the craziest and most shocking trade in NBA history, as Doncic is arguably the most accomplished 25-year-old ever.

James says he spent two days in disbelief after his close friend was dealt to Dallas, but he is coming to grips with the idea of forming a new partnership with Doncic, who he calls “my favorite

The Trail Blazers would likely want to make room to have more minutes for Donovan Clingan, who they recently selected early in the 2024 NBA Draft. For the Lakers, meanwhile, Ayton could have at least some tangible valuable as a player who has postseason experience and tremendous size on the inside.