Calling Luka Doncic a member of the Los Angeles Lakers still does not feel right, despite the team trading from him a week ago. That sentiment applies to Austin Reaves and other players as L.A. shockingly traded away Anthony Davis to complete this blockbuster deal.
General manager Rob Pelinka seemingly swindled Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison to acquire Doncic basked on the NBA community. To acquire a top-three talent for only one, unprotected first-round pick is extremely impressive.
Although the five-time All-NBA guard has yet to suit up for the Lakers, he has spent the past two games on the bench to support.