It is obvious that the arrival of Kyrie Irving did not have the desired effect in Dallas. It’s too early to definitively judge this duo, but a big cleaning in Texas is not impossible in the more or less near future. A journalist even imagined a trade for Luka Doncic in the West…
Luka Doncic is not in the shape of his life today. Not only is the Mavericks’ season difficult, but he has to deal with some personal issues off the court, even if he did not go into details with journalists. Whatever happens, Dallas hopes the Slovenian will get through it all. If possible before the start of the postseason.
First of all, it should be remembered that the Mavs are 11th in the West today, and therefore provisionally eliminated. That is to say how difficult the last few weeks have been, and the arrival of Kyrie Irving in February did not work miracles. This roster is sorely lacking in defense, to the point that supporters fear the worst for possible playoffs.
Trade inevitable for Luka Doncic?
Known to be a winner, Doncic may get annoyed with this situation in Texas. A departure does not seem to be immediate, but it is not to be excluded in the years to come. A site journalist Heavy allowed himself to imagine a trade with the Slovenian, in case he decides that an exchange is the best solution for his career. Head to Louisiana in this scenario…
“Pelicans recover: Luka Doncic
Mavericks pick up: Brandon Ingram, Herbert Jones, Dyson Daniels, 2024 first round (via Lakers), 2024 first round (possible trade to Milwaukee), 2025 first round, 2026 first round (possible trade to Milwaukee), 2027 first round and first round 2029.”
You got it, the Pelicans would roughly trade their future for Doncic. Logic for one of the best players in the league, to the point that other teams would like to match such an offer.
This trade remains unlikely as it stands, Doncic not having asked to leave. But in the years to come, it’s not impossible, especially if Dallas can’t give him a solid roster. The journalist also explains his choice:
“Any trade for Luka Doncic will be massive. In this specific case, Dallas would receive an All-Star in exchange, an elite and young defender, a big prospect and 6 first round picks. 3 would be unprotected from the Pelicans, and the other 3 would be trades with the Lakers and Bucks. New Orleans could secure a Doncic/Williamson duo for the future, with CJ McCollum and Jonas Valanciunas in particular. »
Luka Doncic in Louisiana? A scenario that is hard to imagine today, but the NBA has proven time and time again that it is full of surprises. All it takes is one more disappointment, and the Slovenian could ask to jump ship. It’s not totally crazy when you see his behavior…
