Trading Luka Doncic is truly one of the most bewildering moments in sports history. The Dallas Mavericks moved him and fellow players Markieef Morris and Maxi Kleber to the Los Angeles Lakers. In return, LA gives up star center Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and the Lakers' 2029 first-round pick to Dallas. The Utah Jazz comes in to help take the trade to the finish line by taking on some filler.
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What makes the move so surprising is that Luka had taken over as the face of sports in Dallas. He gave the city hope in an era where the Dallas Cowboys have truly sunken into punchline territory. He took over for Dirk Nowitzki, a Mavericks lifer who passed the baton to the Slovenian great.
Fans thought Doncic would follow suit and he was vocal about wanting to bring a championship to the city. But Dallas GM Nico Harrison shocks all parties involved by suddenly ditching the face of the franchise. Now, fans are protesting the Luka trade and hold a mock funeral for the franchise.
Dallas Mavericks Fans Protest Luka Doncic Trade Outside Arena
Recently, Dallas Mavericks fans are lamenting the loss of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. Images can be seen of a crowd gathering around a casket with the star player's likeness on it as the fans mourn the drastic shift for the franchise. Additionally, there's a video of fans outside the arena chanting to sell the team. You can see that below.
