How did the Lakers Land Luka? | Did the Mavs' GM Just Ruin the Mavericks? | Mavericks’ Gamble on AD & Kyrie


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Feb 02 2025 36 mins   121

The NBA world has been rocked—Luka Doncic is a Los Angeles Laker, Anthony Davis is a Dallas Maverick, and somehow, LeBron James had no idea any of this was happening. This isn’t just another blockbuster; it’s a landscape-shifting trade that has left analysts and fans stunned. Why would the Mavericks trade a 25-year-old MVP-caliber player without maximizing their return? Did L.A. just luck into another generational talent, or is there more risk here than meets the eye?

Doug Branson is joined by Matt Moore (Locked On Nuggets, Action Network) and Haize (Locked On Bulls) to break down the chaos. Was this a panic move by the Lakers to prepare for life after LeBron, or did they just stumble into another dynasty? How will AD and Kyrie fit in Dallas, and can the Mavericks actually compete this season?

Plus, Locked On Mavericks reacts in real-time to losing their franchise cornerstone, and Locked On Lakers dives into what this means for L.A.'s future. Will this deal redefine how NBA trades are made, or was this just a masterclass in front-office mismanagement?

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