Luka Doncic breaks silence about reports claiming he’d request a trade away from Mavericks
Doncic denies trade rumors and expresses loyalty to Mavericks
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Luka Doncic has been nothing short of spectacular this season. The Dallas Mavericks star is putting up MVP-caliber numbers, averaging 32.4 points, 8.6 rebounds and 8.1 assists per game. He is also a three-time All-NBA honoree, a two-time All-Star and the 2019 Rookie of the Year.
But Doncic’s individual success has not translated into team success. The Mavericks have been plagued by injuries, inconsistency, and chemistry issues throughout the season, finishing with a 38-44 record this season, not even making it into the Play-In. The Mavericks have not been able to surround Doncic with enough talent or coaching to compete for a championship.
This has led to speculation and rumors about Doncic’s future with the franchise. Some reports have suggested that he might demand a trade if the Mavericks do not improve their situation or make changes to their roster or staff. Others have claimed that he is unhappy with some of his teammates or the front office moves.
Doncic has dismissed all these rumors and reaffirmed his commitment to the Mavericks after their season ended with a loss to the San Antonio Spurs on April 9. “I saw the report. I don’t know who, somebody said that I was going to request a trade. It was funny because I didn’t know that was true. I didn’t say it.” He added: “I’m happy here. There’s nothing to worry [about].“
Luka Doncic has plenty of reasons to stay in Dallas
Doncic has a great bond with owner Mark Cuban, who has been supportive and trusting of him since he drafted him in 2018. Cuban has also been willing to spend money and make moves to build a contender around Doncic.
Doncic has a chance to create his own legacy and history with the Mavericks, who have only won one title in their franchise history in 2011 with Dirk Nowitzki. Doncic can follow in Nowitzki’s footsteps and become an icon and a legend in Dallas, where he is loved and admired by fans and media alike.
Luka Magic has a lot of potential and room to grow as a player and a leader. He is already one of the most talented and exciting players in the league, but he can still work on his defense, his shooting efficiency, and his decision-making. He can also learn from his playoff experiences and become more mature and composed in clutch situations.
Doncic has shown his loyalty to the Mavericks so far, but he also expects them to show their loyalty to him by making the necessary changes and improvements to contend for a title. The Mavericks have a lot of work to do this offseason to upgrade their roster, their coaching staff, and their culture around Doncic. If they do that, they can keep their superstar happy and loyal for years to come.
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