Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas on Wednesday was nothing short of spectacular, as the Los Angeles Lakers superstar delivered a dominant performance against his former team. In just 38 minutes of play, Doncic amassed 45 points, eight rebounds, six assists, and four steals, showcasing his exceptional talent at the American Airlines Center.
Following the Lakers’ victory over the Mavericks, Doncic had the opportunity to reconnect with his former Dallas teammates. He also shared a brief interaction with Mark Cuban, the former owner of the Mavericks, who has been vocal about his disapproval of the trade that sent Doncic to Los Angeles.
Mark Cuban Said What To Los Angeles Lakers’ Luka Doncic?
LegendZ captured a snippet of their exchange, revealing Cuban’s playful, albeit expletive-laden, sentiment towards his former superstar, saying,
“No, F**k You.”
Despite the colorful language, the smiles and laughter shared between Cuban and Doncic clearly indicated that the two remain on amicable terms.
While Doncic himself reportedly did not desire to be traded by the Mavericks, the decision by Dallas General Manager Nico Harrison to move in a different direction ultimately led to the blockbuster deal.
During his tenure with the Mavericks, spanning 422 games, Doncic established himself as a phenomenal talent, averaging 28.6 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 8.3 assists. Now that his emotional reunion game is behind him, Doncic is focused on the Lakers’ playoff aspirations.
Reflecting on the game and the future, Doncic stated, “I got to focus on different things now.”
In his initial 27 games with the Lakers, he has maintained an elite level of play, averaging 27.8 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.6 assists, solidifying his status as a key player for their postseason push.