Fewer moments have been more surprising in recent NBA history than Luka Doncic’s trade to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Nobody around the league predicted this move, as many expected Doncic to be a lifelong member of the Dallas Mavericks.
However, when the Lakers want someone, they tend to pursue them hard, which is what happened in this situation.
Trading for Doncic certainly helps this team’s future, which just got a lot more interesting with their recent sale.
The team was purchased on a $10 billion evaluation, another shocking development for one of the most historic franchises in any American sport.
Every media outlet and major analyst had their opinions on this deal, including Doncic, who posted his thoughts on X.
As the NBA on ESPN highlighted, Doncic was complimentary of former owner Jeanie Buss, while also noting his excitement about what the future holds for the organization.
.@luka7doncic shared his thoughts on the Lakers’ reported $10 billion sale and how he’s focused on bringing a title to L.A. 🏆 pic.twitter.com/BT1BtI3gVh
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) June 19, 2025
Mark Walter, the team’s new owner, has a rich history in sports, which should be a strong sign for the fan base.
He seemingly knows what he’s doing, and even when Doncic’s teammate, LeBron James, retires or finds himself on a new team, there’s a confidence level that a plan will be put into place to secure the team’s future.
Doncic seems locked into what the team is doing, ready to contribute in whatever possible way he can moving forward.
With a few new pieces in the offseason, there’s no telling what this Lakers team will accomplish during the 2025-2026 campaign.
