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.

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.

Mar 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts during the third quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images / Brad Penner-Imagn Images