However, the present-day Lakers' roster still needed to be refined if the organization was serious about chasing a title in 2025. While the Lakers now had an abundance of scoring power in the James-Doncic duo, the team lacked a notable frontcourt and quality defense.

ESPN’s Malika Andrews joins us to discuss the blockbuster NBA trade, which saw Anthony Davis move from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Luka Dončić.

The Dallas Mavericks’ sudden decision to trade Luka Doncic earlier this week sent shockwaves not just through the entire NBA

NBA trade deadline has come and gone, and it’s safe to say this year’s deadline has been one of the most eventful in recent memory. Teams have made bold moves, reshuffling their rosters in hopes of bolstering their chances for the playoffs or setting themselves up for future success.