Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison acknowledged a miscalculation regarding fans' devotion to Luka Doncic after the controversial trade that sent Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis. Despite significant backlash and calls for his dismissal, Harrison remains steadfast that the trade was essential for constructing a championship-caliber team in Dallas.

In the wake of injuries to both Davis and fellow star Kyrie Irving, the Mavericks struggled, barely qualifying for the Western Conference play-in tournament. Harrison believes that with a healthy roster returning, including Irving, they will be in contention next season. Doncic, unhappy with the trade and its aftermath, expressed sadness at Harrison's comments, as the team navigates these turbulent waters.