Trade shock turns into MVP-level drive
Luka Doncic’s move from Dallas to the Lakers shocked the NBA, with Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a first-round pick going the other way. Even Commissioner Adam Silver admitted it was a harsh surprise, but praised Doncic for handling it honestly.
Doncic used the setback to power into top form, shining at EuroBasket and signing a Lakers extension. Now he’s even eyed as an MVP favourite—proof that getting traded can sometimes be like being dumped, only to show up later looking way better at the reunion.
