Luka Dončić’s shocking trade just over a month ago still feels like a midseason fever dream of the NBA season. But with Dončić’s new team, the Los Angeles Lakers, surging to the top of the Western Conference,

The Los Angeles Lakers’ recent loss to the Boston Celtics not only ended their eight-game winning streak but also resulted

With a loss to the Boston Celtics, the Los Angeles Lakers’ eight-game win streak is now something of the past. As upsetting as the loss was, the Lakers suffered more than just a single defeat as LeBron James and Luka Doncic both picked up injuries in the contest.

Dallas Mavericks fans are still reeling from the trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis for Max Christie. It doesn't help that the Lakers have rocketed up the Western Conference standings while Dallas has plummeted due to injuries.

The blockbuster trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers was one of the most shocking in the history of the NBA. Not just because a generational talent was dealt away in his prime, but because the Lakers and Dallas Mavericks were able to keep discussions secretive amongst only a select few.