PHOENIX – The NBA world erupted in the final moments of Saturday night’s game between the Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers.
The reason? A massive trade that sent Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers, while Anthony Davis was dealt to Dallas, with the Utah Jazz facilitating the transaction.
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, here are the full details of the agreed-upon deal:
*”Yes, this is real. Sources tell ESPN: Full trade:
Lakers: Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber, Markieff Morris
Mavericks: Anthony Davis, Max Christie, 2029 LAL 1st
Jazz: Jalen Hood-Schifino, 2025 Clippers 2nd, 2025 Mavericks 2nd.”*
The trade was so stunning that Charania had to reassure fans that it was indeed happening.
He further explained how the deal came together, stating:
“The Mavericks approached the Lakers recently and offered Luka Doncic, sources tell ESPN. Lakers brass met and believed the 25-year-old Doncic has the ability to be the face of their franchise for the next decade while giving Anthony Davis a win-now move in Dallas.”
Davis now joins the reigning Western Conference champions alongside Kyrie Irving and a strong supporting cast, signaling Dallas’ commitment to a defense-first approach under Jason Kidd.
Meanwhile, the Lakers must now find a reliable rim protector to complement their newly formed superstar duo of LeBron James and Doncic. With this move, they instantly become a major contender in the West, potentially posing the biggest threat to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
For the Suns, this trade could have a significant impact. With both Los Angeles and Dallas making bold moves, Phoenix may feel even more pressure to push for a deal involving Jimmy Butler to stay competitive.
