The NBA is no stranger to shocking trades, but the recent deal sending Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks for Luka Dončić has sent ripples through the sports world. While fans were stunned, it turns out some players involved were just as surprised, with a surprising teammate being the one to deliver the unbelievable news.
Bronny James Delivers the Shocking News
According to a new book by sportswriter Yaron Weitzman, it was none other than Bronny James, son of LeBron James and teammate to Anthony Davis, who first shared the trade news. Weitzman’s account details how Bronny posted the Shams Charania tweet announcing the trade in the Lakers’ team group chat.
Initially, many, including Bronny, couldn’t believe it. Bronny reportedly questioned if Charania had been hacked, a sentiment echoed by many who found the trade hard to fathom. Anthony Davis himself, upon seeing the news, is said to have asked, “Did these n****s just trade me?” before wishing his teammates luck and leaving the chat.
Confusion and Disbelief Among Players
LeBron James’s reaction to the news was reportedly a simple, yet telling, “WTF.” This account aligns with Lakers guard Austin Reaves’s previous retelling, where he admitted he initially thought Davis was joking about the trade. The sheer unexpectedness of the deal left many players in a state of confusion.
Team insider Dave McMenamin reports that Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka officially agreed to the deal with the Mavericks. Pelinka then reportedly informed Davis, his agent Rich Paul, and LeBron James before a joint call with Davis and head coach J.J. Redick. The trade was a direct negotiation between Pelinka and Mavericks GM Nico Harrison, with no other teams involved.
What do you think about Bronny James being the one to break the trade news? Were you as shocked as Anthony Davis when you heard about the trade? Share your reactions in the comments below!
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