Nico Harrison, general manager of the Dallas Mavericks, revealed details about Luka Doncic's trade to the Los Angeles Lakers, highlighting that he has not yet been able to communicate directly with the Slovenian player. Although he left messages for Doncic, he has been in contact with his agent, Bill Duffy. Harrison acknowledged that fans are shocked by Doncic's departure, a standout star and generational talent in the NBA.
Harrison explained that the decision to trade Doncic in exchange for Anthony Davis was partly due to the 'supermax' contract extension that the Slovenian could sign this summer, which would have posed a significant financial burden for the Mavericks. Upon receiving approval from the team's owners, the deal was finalized, preventing Doncic from signing the $345 million five-year contract, the largest in NBA history.
The Mavericks manager celebrated the acquisition of Davis, highlighting his defensive skills and his potential to strengthen the team in that aspect. With Davis on the roster, alongside players like Kyrie Irving, they expect to improve defensive performance, a crucial aspect for achieving success in the league. With a solid interior rotation, Davis could resume his power forward position, benefiting the team's play under the direction of Jason Kidd.
In light of the criticism and surprise over Doncic's trade, Harrison pointed out that the goal is to position the team to compete both now and in the future, making difficult but necessary decisions in the world of professional basketball. Although direct communication with Doncic has not yet been possible, Harrison is confident that the acquisition of Davis will strengthen the team and help achieve the sports objectives set out.
