When Shams Charania broke the news that the Dallas Mavericks had agreed to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for a package centered around Anthony Davis, the initial and widespread reaction was disbelief, with many wondering whether his X account had been hacked.
The sudden and unexpected nature of the trade announced late on a Saturday night, shocked both passionate fans and seasoned league insiders alike.
Charania himself was equally astonished when the information first reached him.
‘I mean, I thought my phone was hacked when I got the text messages with the details of the trade and when I got wind of the deal,’ Charania revealed during an appearance on Get Up Monday morning.
Nico Harrison, representing the Mavericks, and Rob Pelinka, representing the Lakers, carried out the intricate negotiations leading to the trade solely.
As talks progressed, both franchises involved ownership figures Patrick Dumont and Jeanie Buss to secure their approvals before finalizing the deal.
The timing of the announcement added to its shock value, coming shortly after the Lakers secured a victory over the New York Knicks in a game where Anthony Davis was notably absent from the court.
Shams Charania Thought His Phone Was Hacked When Source Texted Him Luka Doncic Trade https://t.co/U3NoBEzT13
— RealGM (@RealGM) February 3, 2025
