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simply1

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The Dallas side seems to be win now and defense?
 

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I haven’t followed the NBA super closely for the past couple of years, but seems like most people’s reactions are aligned with my thoughts when I saw the news. What the heck is Dallas doing?
They seem angry

 

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Luka not eligible for super max now?

No way Cuban lets this happen if he’s in control right?
 

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Top 5 player for a 32 yr old injury prone AD and a first. What an insanely bad trade, not even shocked it happened in favor of LeBron team smh
 
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I haven’t followed the NBA super closely for the past couple of years, but seems like most people’s reactions are aligned with my thoughts when I saw the news. What the heck is Dallas doing?
I don’t think this works out for LA either. 2 ball dominant players who play zero defense,
 

JP4CY

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Doncic isn't eligible for a supermax now.
Wonder if his "injury progression" pissed off Dallas.
 

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Wow, that was a heck of a surprise to wake up to this morning. Short term/this season Dallas might be better for it. Long term IF Luka keeps his weight under control and stays healthy it is a win for the Lakers.
 

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Because 31 yr old AD is much better lol
I don't think he is but if managament is constantly telling Doncic to get into shape and he won't, it could have been the last straw.

Wonder if LeBron is now available for Golden St.
 

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I think Doncic is a primma donna, overrated, and will not win a championship with his current play style.

That said, not sure what Dallas is doing. They could have got way better value for Doncic who is literally a top 5 trade asset in the NBA, if other teams knew he was available.

This is a home run for the Lakers. Gives them a young, brand name player to build around once LeBron is gone. Keeps them in the headlines for the foreseeable future
 

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I don’t think this works out for LA either. 2 ball dominant players who play zero defense,
It’s definitely not about LeBron and Luka working. It’s about the next 10 years for LA. They now have their star to build around going forward. They probably got worse in the short term, but don’t think they care about that because they weren’t winning a title with the current roster anyways.
 

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