Lakers' Luka Doncic makes eight-word admission that will make Mavericks fans shed a tear
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It’s safe to say Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has adjusted well to life out west.
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After the Dallas Mavericks shockingly traded the six-time All-Star to the Lakers last February, it was unclear how he would operate in a different system/environment. Fast forward to the midway point of the 2025-26 season, and it’s clear that Doncic has quickly found his footing in Los Angeles.
The 6-foot-8 MVP candidate is averaging 32.8 points, 8.6 assists, and 7.8 rebounds per game with the Lakers during his first full campaign with the organization, shooting 47.3% from the field and 34.5% from beyond the arc.
During All-Star weekend, Doncic made an eight-word admission that will make Mavericks fans shed a tear.
“I think there is abetter organization here (Lakers),” Doncic said Sunday.
It’ll be difficult for Mavericks fans to keep their emotions in check after Doncic’s straightforward statement. Dallas had something special brewing following a 2024 NBA Finals appearance, and threw it all away to acquire a 6-foot-10 forward who’s no longer on their roster (Anthony Davis). Simply put, Doncic’s diss toward the Mavericks was well-deserved.
While the Lakers aren’t perfect, they’re a far more competent franchise than the Mavericks. From having a productive 2025 offseason centered on catering to Doncic’s needs (signing Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton) to ensuring that Doncic is aware he's the future of their franchise, Los Angeles has started the Doncic era on a positive note.
Moving forward, the Lakers’ plan should be to continue to capitalize on the Mavericks’ massive mistake and build a team capable of winning multiple championships.
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