The Dallas Mavericks decided to shock the NBA and made a blockbuster move by moving off All-NBA guard Luka Doncic in a three-team deal to the Los Angeles Lakers

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Still without recent addition Anthony Davis, the Dallas Mavericks (30-26) are all set to host the New Orleans Pelicans (13-42) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. Despite Davis’ absence, the Mavericks are on a two-game winning streak and are currently eighth in the Western Conference.

Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki was caught off guard by the team's decision to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. "I think I was as shocked and surprised as anyone was," Nowitzki said during an appearance on 96.

Anthony Davis, who suffered a left adductor strain on Feb. 8 against Houston, is making good progress.Davis will be re-evaluated in two weeks. Get well soon, AD "Many people reacted to the news. @thefakecm: "Used car with a ton of miles having trouble?

The Mavericks will be without their top three big men for the next seven games. The team has pivoted by playing small-ball lineups.

The Dallas Mavericks announced Thursday that All-Star forward Anthony Davis will be reevaluated in two weeks following a left adductor (groin) strain he suffered in his team debut against the Houston Rockets on Feb.