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Things haven't gone as most expected for the Dallas Mavericks since their appearance in the 2024 NBA Finals. Luka Dončić was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in February, Kyrie Irving tore his ACL in March,
Recent reports suggest that teams are no longer pursuing Anthony Davis as the trade market significantly cools.
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Lakers Discussed Potential Anthony Davis Trade With Rival Celtics Prior to Luka Doncic Deal
Former Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis was nearly traded to the Boston Celtics before the Luka Doncic trade was finalized, which sent him to the Dallas Mavericks.
The Lakers reportedly began exploring trades for Anthony Davis last season due to concerns about his health and fitness.
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Lakers started looking to trade Anthony Davis in December 2024
The tension building between Anthony Davis and the Lakers last season was so bad that they looked to move him weeks before the Luka Doncic deal.
Anyone hoping that the Mavericks would shed all reminders of the controversial Luka Doncic trade might have to keep waiting.
Seemingly nothing has gone right for the Dallas Mavericks ever since they got rid of generational superstar Luka Doncic in February. They have struggled mightily on the court, and they have lost multiple key players to injuries.