Luka Doncic returned to Dallas as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, receiving a warm welcome from Mavericks fans who honored him with a tribute video. Doncic was emotional as he watched highlights of his time in Dallas, wiping away tears before joining his new team on the court. Mavericks fans showed their mixed feelings about the trade that sent Doncic to the Lakers, with chants against the Mavericks general manager who made the deal. The game was emotionally charged, with upper-level tickets selling for over $200 on the secondary market. Despite protests and ire towards the GM, little closure has been found on the trade that shocked the NBA world. Doncic had previously played against the Mavericks after the trade, notching a triple-double in a win for the Lakers. Mavericks fans showed their support for Doncic in various ways, with some modifying their jerseys and others wearing Slovenia jerseys. The game marked a bittersweet return for Doncic to the team and fans that had supported him throughout his career in Dallas.
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