Mavericks ran smear campaign to justify Luka Doncic trade with Lakers: report

The Mavericks shocked the league by trading franchise star Luka Doncic to the Lakers in February 2025. Dallas reportedly ran a smear campaign to justify the shocking blockbuster deal, according to The Athletic’s Sam Amick. Reports about Doncic’s weight, work ethic and other slanders surfaced about the superstar upon his arrival to Los Angeles. Luka...