Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic Message to Mavericks, Ex-Laker Standout Could Leave NBA, More

Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) walks off the court after the game against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic bought a billboard outside the Dallas Mavericks Arena to thank the fans of his first NBA team.

Doncic was a longtime Mav who loved his time in Dallas and playing for their fans, but he was traded without his knowledge to the Lakers last season.

In other news, a former promising Lakers player, is close to signing a deal overseas. Talen Horton-Tucker is on the cusp of an agreement with Fenerbahce after spending six seasons in the NBA, most recently with his hometown Chicago Bulls.

Horton-Tucker had a ton of potential as a Swiss Army knife-type player who could provide value in multiple ways.

Here’s more information on these stories and all the latest Lakers news (click the headline for the full article):

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Lakers’ Luka Doncic Sends Message to Mavericks With Massive Billboard Outside American Airlines Arena

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"It was meant for James.. It was very unfortunate" 😂 pic.twitter.com/Er5Rp7dzAo

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When Kobe was on the court in 2006, the Lakers had a 111.3 ORTG, which was good for 3rd best in the NBA.

When he was off the court, 92.4 ORTG or 3rd worst in NBA HISTORY.

He also averaged 37.5 ppg against 50+ win teams that year. He was not only the best but also the most… pic.twitter.com/a99QzJaMev

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