Mavs Wanted Luka Doncic to Use Injury Time Off to Improve Conditioning

The Dallas Mavericks made a shocking decision to trade Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers, citing concerns about his conditioning and diet habits. According to a report from The Athletic, Dončić’s missed games due to a supposed wrist sprain were actually used as time off to work on his conditioning.

This concern about Dončić’s long-term health and potential for injuries led to Mavericks’ general manager Nico Harrison deciding to part ways with the young superstar. Instead of offering him a lucrative supermax extension, the team opted to trade him to the Lakers.

It’s rare to see a player of Dončić’s caliber being traded at just 25 years old, especially after leading his team to the NBA Finals and earning multiple All-Star and All-NBA selections. However, the Mavericks believed that Dončić wasn’t the right fit for their organization moving forward.

Only time will tell if this trade was a wise decision for the Mavericks. If Dončić excels in Los Angeles and the Mavericks fail to find success with their new roster, this trade could go down as one of the worst in NBA history. It’s a bold move that will be closely watched by basketball fans around the world.