Dirk Nowitzki has finally spilled the beans on Luka Doncic’s true feelings about the shocking trade that sent him from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers. According to Nowitzki, Doncic was “pretty down and disappointed” about the trade, which is understandable given his strong bond with the Mavericks.¹
Nowitzki, who’s considered one of the greatest Mavericks of all time, revealed that he had a text conversation with Doncic after the trade and could sense his disappointment. Despite this, Nowitzki showed his support for Doncic by attending his first game as a Laker.
Interestingly, Nowitzki also shared his own initial reaction to the trade, saying he was “as shocked and surprised as everybody was”.² He even admitted to feeling “disappointed and sad” for Doncic, highlighting the strong emotional connection between the two Mavericks legends.
This candid insight into Doncic’s feelings about the trade offers a fascinating glimpse into the personal side of the NBA. It’s clear that the trade has been a difficult adjustment for Doncic, but with Nowitzki’s support and the Lakers’ commitment to integrating him into their team, he’s likely to bounce back stronger than ever.
