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Report: LeBron James had no idea Lakers were about to make massive trade
LeBron James thought he was going to get to enjoy a nice, relaxing dinner in New York on Saturday night. Turns out the Los Angeles Lakers had another idea in mind.
LeBron James thought he was going to get to enjoy a nice, relaxing dinner in New York on Saturday night.
Turns out the Los Angeles Lakers had another idea in mind.
ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reported that James learned of the late-night blockbuster deal between the Lakers and Dallas Mavericks while he was out for a bite with his family after his team’s win over the New York Knicks.
McMenamin says James was surprised by the move and had no clue a deal was being worked on.
ESPN’s Shams Charania reports the Mavericks are trading Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris to the Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a 2029 first-round pick.
The three-team deal also involves the Utah Jazz, who will receive Jalen Hood-Schifino from the Lakers and two second-round picks.
The combination of James and Doncic will be must-see TV for basketball fans.
In his rookie 2018-19 season, Doncic said James was his favourite player growing up and called him his idol.
