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Dec 25, 2022; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (left) and forward LeBron James (right) sit on the team bench during the second half of the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 25, 2022; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (left) and forward LeBron James (right) sit on the team bench during the second half of the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
The Los Angeles Lakers were one of the busiest teams in the league during the final few days of the trade window. Russell Westbrook was traded to the Utah Jazz in a three-way deal and this dismantled the Lakers’ big three of LeBron James, Russ, and Anthony Davis. Interestingly, even AD is rumored to be leaving the Lakers with a team keeping tabs on the former NBA champion. It is the Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving-led Dallas Mavericks.
Despite all such rumors and the Lakers going through a rough patch, Davis has dedicated his future to the team. Lakers fans on Twitter seem to be very excited about Davis’ latest update.
Fans react to Anthony Davis’ with the Lakers and LeBron James
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The Los Angeles Lakers have not had the best of seasons. They are currently 13th in the Western Conference and have a 27-32 record. To make things worse, there have been rumors which suggest Anthony Davis is looking to leave the team. The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly interested in the 2020 NBA champion.
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However, the latest update has revealed that AD has dedicated his future to the Lake Show. Here’s what NBA fans had to say about this piece of news.
Yea why would he leave, LeBron is literally right there
— Russ' TD ⚡ (@RussFcb) February 18, 2023
Yea till lebron is closing in on another big milestone
— Osh (@itsoshh) February 18, 2023
He’s staying wit his big bro Lebron. pic.twitter.com/eg2JIKhfw3
— َ (@HoodiGuWop) February 18, 2023
Yeah lebron is nothing without a all star
— Smitefan20 (@SmiteFan20) February 18, 2023
He’s not going anywhere long as Goat is on the roster
— TheOneAndOnly (@TGJTOAO) February 18, 2023
As the above reactions suggest, Lakers fans seem happy to see Davis stay on the team. Although he is injury-prone, Davis is an important part of the team and the locker room.
How have LeBron and Davis played this season?
38-year-old James has played 45 games this season. Although he has suffered some injuries this season, the NBA’s All-Time top scorer is still dominating the league. He averages 30.0 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 7.0 assists
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On the other hand, Anthony Davis has only played 35 games. His injuries have affected the team’s performances gravely and he averages 26.0 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists.
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Nov 2, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) reacts with forward LeBron James (6) after scoring a basket against the New Orleans Pelicans during overtime at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
The Lakers play the defending champions Golden State Warriors next. Similar to the Lakers, the Dubs have had a rocky season. They currently are 9th in the Western Conference and still in the running for a playoff berth.
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