While exactly a month has passed since the startling trade that left the NBA world completely stunned, Luka Doncic's transfer to the LA Lakers from the Dallas Mavericks has remained the biggest burning topic of the sport. Ever since the trade transpired the flow of revelations regarding the transaction has been non-stop. In the process, a new entry has dropped.
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Anthony Davis Was Not the First Choice of Nico Harrison
As per a new update, Anthony Davis was not the first target of Nico Harrison to exchange with Luka Doncic. Mavs initially targeted Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards.
According to a new report, though, there was one other team Harrison contacted even before the Lakers, but they weren’t interested.
Sam Amick of The Athletic reported today that Harrison reached out to the Timberwolves to inquire about a Luka for Anthony Edwards swap, but he was quickly rebuffed by Minnesota’s front office.
This trade would have made more sense than what eventually prevailed as giving away a 25-year-old Doncic for a 23-year-old Anthony Edwards would have looked more eye-catchy than trading the talisman with 32-year-old Anthony Davis.
Luka Doncic's Dad Reveals What Son Told Him Following Win Over Mavericks
As Luka Doncic and Dallas Mavericks have a long history, the star guard reportedly went through a rollercoaster of emotions during Tuesday's game, but held his nerves to showcase brilliance on the court. As the world was looking forward to witnessing the visuals of Doncic playing against his former side, there was a lot of attention toward the game. To get behind his son, Luka Doncic's father Sasa Doncic was also in attendance during the Lakers vs Mavericks contest. The senior Doncic saw his son faring well on the court and following the culmination of the game revealed what his son told him after experiencing a victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
"Luka was happy because they won," Sasa Doncic said. "About his game, he knows he can play much better. But considering this is still early after the injury, new team, he still hasn't adapted. I believe he will play better and better every game. He'll get to know his teammates better. Otherwise, he was very happy that they won the game, and because it was Dallas, he was even happier."