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LeBron’s Shock After Davis Trade Revealed in Group Chat
Los Angeles, CA – NBA superstar LeBron James had a strong reaction in a team group chat after learning that Anthony Davis had been traded. On February 2, 2025, when the trade sending Davis to the Dallas Mavericks for Luka Dončić was completed, James responded with a simple, three-letter message: ‘WTF.’
The news was first shared in the players’ group chat by rookie Bronny James, who posted a tweet from insider Shams Charania. Like many in the sports world, Bronny was initially skeptical about the validity of the shocking news.
Following the tweet, Davis himself entered the chat, expressing his astonishment by asking, ‘Did these n—- just trade me?’ He quickly wished his now-former teammates well before exiting the conversation.
Yaron Weitzman’s recent book, ‘A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers,’ details these reactions and the profound impact of the trade. According to the book, the reaction from the players illustrated the chaos surrounding one of the biggest trades in NBA history.
After the trade, Davis averaged 20 points over his first nine games with the Mavericks, though injuries limited his court time. Luka Dončić, on the other hand, flourished in Los Angeles, averaging 28.2 points per game.
The unexpected trade altered the landscape of the Western Conference. Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison faced criticism from fans after the deal, and the secrecy surrounding the trade negotiation was unusual. Early discussions were conducted away from prying eyes, with Harrison and Lakers GM Rob Pelinka meeting discreetly to discuss the exchange.
The aftermath of the trade was disappointing for both teams, with the Mavericks losing in the play-in round and the Lakers falling in five games in the first round of the playoffs against the Timberwolves. The move raised numerous questions and indicated how unpredictable the NBA can be, affecting even the biggest stars.
Davis’s and Dončić’s futures now look different after this landmark deal. With both players having experienced significant changes, their journeys will continue to be closely watched by fans around the league.
