Luka Doncic says he still hasn't spoken to Nico Harrison since being traded to the Lakers -- but has heard what the Mavericks GM has said in justifying his reasoning for the deal.

Feb 25, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts against the Dallas Mavericks during the first quarter at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images / Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic has infused the Los Angeles Lakers and their fans with new life and passion, and he has suddenly given the team a real shot to win this year's NBA championship. In 28 regular-season games with the Lakers, he put up 28.2 points, 8.1 rebounds and 7.5 assists a game and hit 37.9% of his 9.6 3-point attempts a game.