Anthony Davis, in a heartfelt farewell message, expressed gratitude to Los Angeles after being traded to the Dallas Mavericks. The trade, considered one of the most surprising in NBA history, saw Davis exchanged for Luka Doncic. Davis reflected on his time with the Lakers, highlighting their championship win in 2020 and the growth of his family and friendships in Los Angeles.
LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis expressed gratitude towards Los Angeles in a farewell message to his adopted city on Monday following his surprising trade to the Dallas Mavericks . In his first public statement since the news broke that the Los Angeles Lakers were trading him to Dallas in exchange for Slovenian superstar Luka Doncic , Davis characterized the deal as 'business.
' The Doncic-Davis trade is widely considered the most shocking move in NBA history, a remarkable maneuver executed with utmost secrecy that caught everyone off guard.On Instagram, Davis shared his joy at having the opportunity to secure an NBA championship for the Lakers during the pandemic-affected 2020 season. 'Six years ago, I came here with the vision to win a Championship, and I will never forget the moment we did!' the 31-year-old wrote. 'The business of basketball is a business just like all other businesses... I am grateful to the city where my first ring came from, grew my family and friendships and I will always have a home here,' said Davis, who reportedly purchased a $31 million mansion in the exclusive Los Angeles neighborhood of Bel Air in 2021. 'My family and I thank everyone who made this place home and we are still thinking of those that lost their homes in the fires,' he said, referencing the devastating blazes that ravaged parts of the city last month. Los Angeles 'will always have a special place in my heart,' he added. 'Every great story has an exciting next chapter... Dallas -- Here we come!' AF
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