On Saturday night, February 2, 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers made headlines by finalizing a remarkable trade to acquire superstar Luka Doncic, profoundly surprising NBA fans.

Jeanie Buss comments on the potential Luka DoncicJeanie Buss (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Imagn Images)
Anthony Davis joined the Dallas Mavericks in this significant transaction. The immediate reactions from NBA players, analysts, and enthusiasts have been plentiful; however, the most noteworthy response has now come to light.

Jeanie Buss, the controlling owner and president of the Lakers, recently spoke with Entertainment Tonight about the blockbuster deal. She expressed her excitement about adding Doncic to the roster but also noted that the Lakers sent crucial players in exchange for the trade.

“Luka is a very special player. We’re thrilled to have him as part of the Laker team, but we had to give up a lot to get him. We’re going to miss Anthony Davis and Max Christie. It’s like you’re always trying to improve the team, get a little bit better and, ultimately, win a championship.” Buss said.

The trade is considered one of the most significant and surprising events in NBA history. It shocked the entire NBA community, as many believed Doncic would finish his career with the Mavericks.

Luka Doncic’s Performance In the Recent Game Against The Utah Jazz

Doncic debuted with the Lakers on February 10 against the Utah Jazz. He scored 14 points in 24 minutes as the Lakers won 132–113. In his most recent game against the Jazz, the Slovenian basketball player played his second game for the Lakers. He scored 16 points, along with four assists and four rebounds in 26 minutes.

Star player LeBron James scored 18 points, seven assists, and six rebounds, while Austin Reaves recorded a double-double with 15 points, 11 assists, and five rebounds. Unfortunately, the Lakers lost the game with a final score of 131-119.