LeBron James says he initially thought Luka Dončić’s Lakers trade was a hoax

Lakers sent Anthony Davis to Mavs in return for Dončić
James admits team’s focus may turn to younger players

LeBron James says he spent two days in disbelief after the Los Angeles Lakers traded away Anthony Davis, his close friend and teammate.

The top scorer in NBA history is finally coming to grips with the idea of forming a new partnership with Luka Dončić, who also holds a special place in James’s esteem.

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LeBron: Thought Luka-AD trade 'was a hoax'

LeBron James says the reality of Anthony Davis' exit and Luka Doncic's arrival in Los Angeles was finally setting in and that he anticipates a "seamless transition" with his new superstar teammate.
ESPN - 1h
Luka Dončić says trade to Lakers was "big shock" as Mavericks fans are outraged by move

In his first appearance as a Laker, Luka Dončić called the trade a "big shock." Fans of the Dallas Mavericks are now calling to oust their general manager following the loss of a generational talent.
CBS News - 2h
'I thought it was a hoax' - James on Doncic trade

LA Lakers star LeBron James reacts to Luka Doncic's shock trade from the Dallas Mavericks.
BBC News - 5h
Lakers' LeBron James says he thought Luka Doncic trade was a 'hoax,' has no concerns about team's direction

James spoke publicly about the trade for the first time on Tuesday night
CBS Sports - 2h
Luka Doncic trade proves Mark Cuban no longer runs the Mavericks, but does LeBron James still run the Lakers?

LeBron's people are saying he didn't know about the trade, but is that a good thing for them?
CBS Sports - 2d
LeBron James intends to remain with Lakers past trade deadline after shocking Luka Doncic deal, per report

James, who has a no-trade clause and can veto any trade, will pair up with Doncic with the Lakers
CBS Sports - 2d

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