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In a recent interview that has sent shockwaves through the basketball world, Mark Cuban, the former owner of the Dallas Mavericks, shared his stance on the controversial trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis. The decision left Mavericks fans and sports analysts stunned.
Cuban, who led the Mavericks for over two decades, made it clear that the trade would never have happened under his ownership.
Cuban explains why he wouldn't have traded Doncic
"If I had any influence, the trade wouldn't have happened," Cuban stated, expressing his disapproval of the decision. The former owner, known for his ionate and hands-on approach, revealed that the transaction was made after he sold the Mavericks to new owner Patrick Dumont.
"After I sold the Mavericks, the new owner, Patrick Dumont, decided 'Okay, we trust Nico.' So, here we are," Cuban added, referring to Nico Harrison, the team's general manager, who played a key role in the trade.
Changes in the Mavericks' philosophy
The sale of the Mavericks marked the end of an era for the franchise, which won its first NBA championship under Cuban's leadership in 2011. Now, with Patrick Dumont in charge, the team appears to be taking a different approach to building its roster.
However, the decision to trade Luka Doncic-one of the brightest stars in the NBA and the face of the franchise-has been met with widespread criticism and disbelief from fans and experts alike.
Since ing the Mavericks in 2018, Doncic quickly established himself as one of the league's best players, known for his exceptional talent, clutch performances, and charisma both on and off the court.
As the dust settles, the debate continues over whether this move will benefit the Mavericks in the long run or if it will be ed as one of the most controversial trades in NBA history.