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• Austin Reaves emerges as Lakers’ top priority in telling LeBron James sign

The Los Angeles Lakers have made no secret of their long-term vision since acquiring Luka Dončić....2026
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• Austin Reaves emerges as Lakers’ top priority in telling LeBron James sign

The Los Angeles Lakers have made no secret of their long-term vision since acquiring Luka Dončić....2026
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• Luka Dončić invests in Italian team that's relocating to Rome, could represent city in NBA Europe
Dončić, part of an investor group led by former Mavericks executive Donnie Nelson, proudly announced on social media Friday that "basketball is coming back to Rome."...2026
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• Dončić invests in Rome team eyeing NBA Europe
Luka Dončić is teaming up with former Mavericks executive Donnie Nelson to bring basketball to Rome, with the team also submitting a bid to join the developing NBA Europe league....2026
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• Luka Dončić’s hamstring strain was ‘deeper and more severe’ than originally believed

Given the severity of his injury, Luka Dončić never really had a chance of playing in any Lakers playoff games....2026
• ‘The Lakers Blew It’ — NBA Pundit Raises Red Flag on Luka Dončić’s Future in LA as LeBron James’ Free Agency Looms
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• Luka Dončić’s hamstring strain was ‘deeper and more severe’ than originally believed
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• Is Luka Dončić Playing Tonight? Latest on the Lakers Superstar’s Injury Status for Game 4 vs. Thunder
Will Luka Dončić return for Game 4 of the Lakers-Thunder series? The star recently provided an update on his hamstring injury and return timeline....2026
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• Is Luka Dončić Playing Tonight? Latest on Lakers Superstar’s Injury Status for Game 3 vs. Thunder
Will Luka Dončić return for Game 3 of the Lakers-Thunder series? The star recently provided an update on his hamstring injury and return timeline....2026
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• Is Luka Dončić Playing Tonight? Latest on the Lakers Star’s Injury Status for Game 1 vs. Thunder
As the Lakers face the defending-champion Thunder in the second round, all eyes are on Luka Dončić's hamstring injury and whether he'll play....2026
• ‘Whoa’ — NBA World Reacts As Luka Dončić Drops Surprising Injury Update That Changes Lakers’ Playoff Outlook
The NBA world shared its thoughts as Luka Dončić shared the latest update on his recovery from the hamstring injury he sustained in April....2026
• How Long Will Luka Dončić Be Out? Lakers Star Reveals Concerning Injury Update That Changes Return Timeline
Let's take a closer look at the latest injury update on Luka Dončić amid the Los Angeles Lakers' playoff series vs. the OKC Thunder....2026
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• Luka Dončić reveals he was given 8-week recovery timeline after hamstring injury, hasn't been cleared for full contact
Game 2 of the Lakers' Western Conference semifinals series versus the Thunder will mark five weeks since Dončić's setback....2026
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• WWE Legend Ric Flair Blasts NBA’s Luka Dončić Over Injury Absence

Ric Flair reacted strongly to the recent absence of Luka Dončić. The Los Angeles Lakers star has been out since April because of a hamstring injury. Reports say Luka is slowly improving and spending more time working on the court, but he still has not returned to full running or contact practice. The Lakers are […] The post WWE Legend Ric Flair Blasts NBA’s Luka Dončić Over Injury Absence ap...2026
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• Is Luka Dončić Playing Tonight? Latest on the Lakers Star’s Injury Status for Game 1 vs. Thunder
As the Lakers face the defending-champion Thunder in the second round, all eyes are on Luka Dončić's hamstring injury and whether he'll play....2026
• Luka Dončić making slow progress, not close to return from injury

Even though the Lakers extended their season, the return of Luka Dončić is not imminent....2026

• ‘Hookah’ Luka Doncic hilariously goes viral on Mavs Twitter
We have officially reached peak offseason, folks. Dallas Mavericks frontman Luka Doncic is going viral on Twitter, but it isn’t for anything basketball related. “Hookah Doncic” is becoming a thing after the Mavs star posted some vacation photos enjoying a hookah. Check out Luka Doncic straight chilling in Greece, hookah in hand. Luka Dončić chilling […] The post ‘Hook...2021
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2026
"Luka Dončić separates from fiancée amid effort to bring daughters to U.S."

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"Anthony Davis for Luka Dončić?"

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"Jason Kidd Says Luka Dončić is Better Than Mavericks Legend Dirk Nowitzki"

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"NBA Launching Investigation Into Mavericks After Baffling Luka Dončić, Roster Decisions"

2022
"All signs point to Luka Dončić […] The post Mavs star Luka Doncic to miss key weapon vs Jazz appeared first on ClutchPoints."

2021
"Luka Dončić chilling […] The post ‘Hookah’ Luka Doncic hilariously goes viral on Mavs Twitter appeared first on ClutchPoints."

2020
"Luka Dončić made some magic Sunday night, hitting a game-winning triple at the end of overtime in the Dallas Mavericks’ Game 4 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers."

2019
"Luka Dončić continued to add to his NBA highlight reel during Monday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers."

2018
"At worst, the Suns could pick between Marvin Bagley, Michael Porter or Luka Dončić."

2017
"Watch Luka Dončić go coast-to-coast with sweet slam for Slovenia"

• Lakers must build around Luka Dončić. What does it mean for LeBron and Austin Reaves?

LeBron James and Austin Reaves are free agents. L.A. is expected to explore Giannis trade scenarios. What's next for Luka and the Lakers?...2026
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• Lakers Announce Latest Signing to Prepare for Life Without Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves in NBA Playoffs
The Lakers inked Nick Smith Jr. to a new contract to bolster their backcourt depth for the playoffs as Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves battle injuries....2026
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• Lakers odds plummet after Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves injuries. Can LeBron rally?

Do the Lakers even have a shot at this? And is it worth betting on them in any capacity?...2026
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• Can the Lakers sign a free agent after Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves injuries?

Money is not an obstacle for the Lakers if they want to add reinforcements, but they'd need to waive someone first....2026
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• NBA World Clowns Dwight Howard for Offering To ‘Come out of Retirement’ for Injury-Plagued Lakers
NBA fans mocked Dwight Howard's offer to come out of retirement and help the Lakers after Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves' injuries....2026
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• Lakers’ NBA Champion Offers to ‘Come Out of Retirement’ After Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves Injuries
Former NBA champion Dwight Howard has offered to come out of retirement as the Lakers face a major blow ahead of the playoffs....2026
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• MVP or not, Luka Dončić’s season is worth celebrating

Luka Dončić is reminding everyone why he shouldn’t be taken for granted....2026
• Mark Cuban Candidly Admits the Mavericks Tanked for Luka Dončić Ahead of 2018 NBA Draft
With the lure of a loaded 2026 draft class, tanking is raging the NBA. Amid that, Mark Cuban reveals using it once to net Luka Dončić....2026
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• Luka Dončić reportedly supported Lakers trade deadline approach

While many Lakers fans wanted more activity at the trade deadline, Luka Dončić is on board with the long-term vision....2026
• From Jaren Jackson Jr. to Luka Dončić to SGA, Every 2018 NBA Draft Lottery Pick Has Now Been Traded
Jaren Jackson Jr.’s move completes a wild NBA trend, as Luka Dončić, SGA and every 2018 draft lottery pick has now been traded....2026
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• LeBron's retirement decision, plus LIV poll results

The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Remind people who you are today. Inside: 👋 LeBron mulls the end 🧐 LIV pushes ahead 💣 A different Woj bomb Tomorrow, the Lakers begin their playoff series against the Rockets as a shorthanded crew. Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves are both out...2026
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• Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham are eligible for NBA awards after successful appeals of 65-game rule
The Los Angeles Lakers ' Luka Dončić and Detroit Pistons ' Cade Cunningham will be eligible for awards such as MVP and All-NBA this season despite falling short of the 65-game minimum, the league and the National Basketball Players Association said Thursday. Dončić played in 64 games and Cunningham played in 63. Cunningham missed 12 games as a result of a collapsed lung that was diagnosed on Mar...2026
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• NBA World Rips JJ Redick As Luka Dončić Suffers Injury With Lakers Trailing Thunder by 32 Points: ‘Reckless and Dumb’
JJ Redick is under fire for leaving Luka Dončić in the game while down 32 points after the Lakers superstar already tweaked his hamstring in the first half....2026
• After win over Pacers, Luka Dončić first to average 40 points over 6 road games since Michael Jordan in 1986
Dončić's latest offensive clinic took place in Indy, where Caitlin Clark was on the floor taking photos of the Slovenian's newest spectacle....2026
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• Luka Dončić Joins Kobe Bryant in Lakers History With Major 2,000-Point Milestone
Luka Dončić reaching 2,000 points faster than any Laker since Kobe Bryant cements his new legendary status in Los Angeles....2026
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• Luka Dončić picks up 16th technical foul, will be suspended against Pistons

Luka Dončić has picked up his 16th technical foul, resulting in an automatic one game suspension....2026
• Stephen A. Smith Explains Why Luka Dončić Surpasses All Previous Lakers Greats
Luka Dončić averages 40.9 points during an 8-0 run, doing things Stephen A. Smith says no other Laker has ever done....2026
• Luka Dončić drops ethical 60 points as Lakers keep rolling in Miami

A big second half from Luka Dončić saw him score 60 points and lead the Lakers to another victory....2026
• Luka Dončić sets Lakers career high with 60 points, continuing his recent dominance

Dončić, who once scored 73 points as a member of the Dallas Mavericks, notched his highest point total since last season's trade to LA....2026
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• Luka Dončić Discusses English Trash Talk to Rockets Fan Who ‘Was Talking Crazy’
Luka Dončić detailed his viral courtside exchange with a heckling Houston Rockets fan after dropping 40 points in a Los Angeles Lakers victory....2026
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• Luka Dončić faces suspension after 16th technical foul: Why Lakers star had to 'stand up for myself'

The Magic's Goga Bitadze denied making the comments about Dončić's family as he alleged...2026
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• Luka Dončić claims Goga Bitadze said graphic comment about his family

Luka Dončić received his 16th technical on Saturday, but not before a graphic comment from Goga Bitadze about his family...2026
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• JJ Redick, Luka Dončić don’t have drama, but viral moment was revealing

The supposed kerfuffle between JJ Redick and Luka Dončić may not have had any teeth — but it was revealing....2026
• Novak Djokovic’s Wife Jelena Sends Love As the Serb Makes Memories With LeBron James and Luka Dončić After Lakers Game
Novak Djokovic took a break from Indian Wells preparations for a high-profile night in LA, drawing heartfelt reaction from wife Jelena Djokovic...2026
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• Spurs Rookie Recounts Surreal ‘Welcome to the NBA’ Moment vs. Lakers Stars Luka Dončić, LeBron James: ‘Oh, I’m Here’
Spurs rookie Dylan Harper recalls his welcome-to-the-NBA moment facing Lakers stars LeBron James and Luka Dončić on the court....2026
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• Does Luka Dončić Have Any Kids? A Look at Whether the Lakers Superstar Has Children
Lakers G Luka Dončić remains one of the NBA's standout players, but he's also a man who has a family off the court....2026
• Lakers Star Luka Dončić Recalls When He Thought He Wasn’t ‘Built for the NBA’
Luka Dončić reflects on the moment early in his career when NBA physicality made him question if he was built for the league....2026
• Hornets Announcer Blasts Luka Dončić as “Whiner” After Lakers Game
During Thursday night’s Los Angeles Lakers vs. Charlotte Hornets matchup, Hornets play-by-play announcer Eric Collins didn’t hold back when commenting on Luka Dončić’s conduct on the court. As Dončić protested a call and received a technical foul, Collins quipped bluntly, “This guy is a whiner.” The moment quickly went viral on social media, drawing lots […] The post Hornets Announcer Blasts...2026
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• Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said his wife cried when Mavericks traded away Luka Dončić: 'A personal friend'

Maybe not all sports have to be so cold-blooded...2025
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• Appreciating Salvador Perez

Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images Reflections on the joys and privilege of cheering for a franchise legend If you have any awareness of the professional sports landscape outside of baseball, you’re likely very aware that the Dallas Mavericks shocked the world by trading away their young superstar and face of the franchise Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers. I was putting my phone to bed and c...2025
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• Lakers trade Anthony Davis for Luka Dončić in one of the most shocking deals in NBA history

Anthony Davis for Luka Dončić?!...2025
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• NBA Launching Investigation Into Mavericks After Baffling Luka Dončić, Roster Decisions

Dallas sat several key players in the game....2023
• Report: Mavs Considering Shutting Down Kyrie Irving, Luka Dončić

Dallas is currently out of the play-in tournament with three games left in the season....2023
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• Mavs’ Luka Dončić Fined for Making ‘Money’ Gesture at Officials

The Dallas star’s gripe with the officiating crew resulted in an ironic punishment from the league....2023
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• Embiid, Antetokounmpo highlight All-NBA First Team; was Jokić snubbed?
76ers center Joel Embiid, Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo and Celtics forward Jayson Tatum highlight the 2022-23 All-NBA First Team, which was announced Wednesday. Here’s what you need to know: Mavericks guard Luka Dončić and Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander round out the All-NBA First Team. Nuggets center Nikola Jokić, Warriors guard Steph Curry, Celtics forward Jaylen Brown, Cavaliers ...2023
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• Mavericks’ playoff hopes take another blow in wild OT loss to Hawks: Is there still a path for Dallas?
The Atlanta Hawks held on to top the Dallas Mavericks 132-130 in a wild overtime finish Sunday. Here’s what you need to know: Trae Young knocked down two go-ahead free throws with 1.8 seconds left in OT, while Luka Dončić missed a potential game-winning three at the buzzer. Young was fouled by Kyrie Irving, who finished with a game-high 41 points, his highest single-game total with Dallas. ...2023
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• NBA All-Star game 2023: Team James, Team Antetokounmpo draft rosters
SALT LAKE CITY – The NBA All-Star teams for Sunday’s game were set in a first-of-its kind, playground-style draft about a half hour before tip-off. Here’s what you need to know: LeBron James (Lakers) Joel Embiid (76ers) Kyrie Irving (Mavericks) Luka Dončić (Mavericks) Nikola Jokić (Nuggets) Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves) Jaylen Brown (Celtics) Paul George (Clippers) Tyrese Haliburton (Pacers) Jul...2023
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• NBA to investigate whether Mavericks rested players against Bulls to tank for better draft pick
The Mavericks sat five players and limited Luka Dončić in Friday's loss to the Bulls....2023

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• Yahoo Fantasy x Arena Club Basketball Slab Packs Week 22 drop – Luka Dončić Stained Glass Prizm among chase cards

Yahoo and Arena Club are back with slab packs featuring some of the top names in fantasy hoops....2026
• Fantasy Basketball High Score Perfect Lineup for Week 21: Luka Dončić back on top

We're into the fantasy basketball playoffs and here's a look at the Week 21 High Score perfect lineup....2026
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• Yahoo Fantasy x Arena Club Basketball Slab Packs Week 20 drop – Luka Dončić Hot Signatures among chase cards

Yahoo and Arena Club are back with slab packs featuring some of the top names in fantasy hoops....2026
• Yahoo Fantasy x Arena Club Basketball Slab Packs Week 18 drop – Luka Dončić KABOOM! Horizontal among chase cards

Yahoo and Arena Club are back with slab packs featuring some of the top names in fantasy hoops....2026
• Fantasy Basketball High Score Perfect Lineup for Week 14: Luka Dončić tops leaderboard again

We're looking at the top performances from Yahoo High Score to form the Week 14 perfect fantasy basketball lineup....2026
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• Yahoo Fantasy x Arena Club Basketball Slab Packs Week 14 drop – Luka Dončić Net Marvels Red Fireworks among chase cards

Yahoo and Arena Club are back with slab packs featuring some of last week's top fantasy hoops performers....2026
• Dallas Mavericks 2024-25 season preview: How Luka Dončić and Co. return to Finals and win it all

Breaking down Dallas' biggest question, best- and worst-case scenarios, and fantasy outlook....2024
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• Mavericks' Luka Dončić Enters COVID Protocols

Who should fantasy players target with Luka Dončić still sidelined? The post Mavericks' Luka Dončić Enters COVID Protocols appeared first on NESN.com....2021

• Luka Dončić’s hamstring strain was ‘deeper and more severe’ than originally believed
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• ‘The Lakers Blew It’ — NBA Pundit Raises Red Flag on Luka Dončić’s Future in LA as LeBron James’ Free Agency Looms
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• How Long Will Luka Dončić Be Out? Lakers Star Reveals Concerning Injury Update That Changes Return Timeline
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• Rockets-Lakers: How LeBron James is carrying L.A. without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves

It turns out LeBron James still knows how to take the reins of a playoff series and — even at age 41 — make sure it’s played on his terms and at his pace....2026
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• Austin Reaves reportedly could return to Lakers during first round of playoffs, but Luka Dončić further off

Reaves and Dončić both went down with injuries on April 2...2026
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• ‘Nobody Else Scares You’ — 7-Time NBA Champion Predicts Lakers Will Upset Rockets Without Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves
Robert Horry backs the Lakers to upset the Rockets despite key injuries, calling the playoff matchup closer than expected....2026
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• LeBron's retirement decision, plus LIV poll results
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• LeBron James says Bronny James ready for playoff minutes on short-handed Lakers: 'Earned and deserved'

Bronny James has averaged 17 minutes per game since Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves went down with injuries....2026
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• Luka Dončić, Cade Cunningham eligible for awards after appeals: What that means for the MVP race, All-NBA

Anthony Edwards' appeal, meanwhile, was denied...2026
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• Is there any hope for LeBron James and the Lakers?
When the Lakers begin their opening-round playoff series against the Rockets Saturday, they will be without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, both working their way back from injury. Consequently, DraftKings Sportsbook has the Rockets priced as -600 favorites heading into the…...2026
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• NBA World Reacts to Victor Wembanyama Leading the MVP Race, Luka Dončić Dropping to 4th: ‘A Joke’
Wembanyama tops MVP race, but NBA fans erupt as Luka Dončić drops to fourth in shocking ladder shake-up....2026
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• NBA World Reacts as Luka Dončić Becomes 1st Laker Since Kobe Bryant with 60-Point Game: ‘Entering MVP Conversation’
Luka Dončić's first 60-point game with the Lakers fuels the superstar's MVP buzz as LA's late-season dominance continues....2026
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• NBA World Reacts as Lakers Extend Win Streak to 6 With ‘Gritty’ Victory vs. Rockets Behind Luka Dončić’s 36 Points: ‘Look Out, NBA’
Luka Dončić powers the Lakers past the Rockets for their sixth straight win, boosting LA’s late-season stock and generating major buzz....2026
• A year after losing Luka Dončić, the Mavs have brighter days ahead because of Cooper Flagg
Despite a difficult early experiment at point guard, which coach Jason Kidd profanely defended, the Mavs rookie is helping to push the franchise past last year's shocking decision....2026
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• Furious fourth quarter salvages Lakers victory over Dallas

Lakers @ Dallas Mavericks | 1.24DALLAS — Since shockingly being traded to Los Angeles nearly a year ago, Lakers star Luka Dončić didn’t know what losing a basketball game to......2026
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• Furious fourth quarter salvages Lakers victory over Dallas

DALLAS — Since shockingly being traded to Los Angeles nearly a year ago, Lakers star Luka Dončić didn’t know what losing a basketball game to the Mavericks felt like. And he still doesn’t. The Lakers beat the Mavericks 116-110 on Saturday night at American Airlines Center in Dončić’s second game back in Dallas, and fourth......2026
• Giannis’ response to the Luka Doncic trade raised eyebrows about team loyalty

The Bucks’ superstar had quite a bit to say about loyalty in the NBA The basketball world is still reeling from the shocking trade of Dallas Mavericks’ superstar player Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Lakers’ star Anthony Davis, but the biggest question it brings up is loyalty to a franchise. Doncic wanted to retire in Dallas and be the face of the franchise forever, but GM Nico Harrison...2025
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• Lakers trade Anthony Davis for Luka Dončić in one of the most shocking deals in NBA history
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• Luka Doncic played some of the worst defense you’ll ever see on Jazz game-winner vs. Mavericks

Image via @JoeVirayNBA on X/Jazz broadcast With the game on the line against the Jazz, Luka Doncic was just standing around on defense, which has become an all-too-common occurrence for the Mavericks. Both Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks as a whole have been a bit underwhelming coming off their Cinderella run to the 2024 NBA Finals. Doncic has struggled with inefficiency, shooting jus...2024
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• Max Strus’ 59-foot buzzer beater over Luka Dončić lifts Cavaliers past Mavericks
CLEVELAND — Max Strus’ 59-foot shot that left his hands just before the buzzer sounded splashed through the hoop and lifted his Cavaliers to a 121-119 thrilling win over the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday. Strus, who scored 15 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter — all on 3s — had no choice but to heave one from behind the half court line after the Mavericks took a 1-point lead with 2.6 seconds lef...2024
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