Lakers fans troll Nico Harrison, Dallas Mavericks midgame for trading Luka Doncic

Lakers fans trolled the Mavericks to show their appreciation for Doncic.

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 been going at the Dallas Mavericks all night. Tuesday marked Doncic's first opportunity to face off against the team that shockingly traded him a few weeks ago. He hasn't wasted his chance as the superstar is approaching triple-double watch in the second half.

In an interesting twist, the man at the forefront of executing the deal that sent Doncic to the West Coast, Mavericks GM Nico Harrison, is in attendance for the game. Doncic already sent some choice words to the front office executive after drilling a deep three-pointer in the opening frame.

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

The Lakers' fanbase also got in on the fun, trolling Harrison with a chant that echoed through Crypto.com Arena, which still feels blasphemous to say compared to Staples Center.

"Thank you, Nico!" Lakers fans shouted while Doncic was at the free line, rewarding the purple and gold clad supporters with a trio of makes.

Loud “Thank you, Nico!” chants while Luka Dončić shoots free throws. pic.twitter.com/qaI0x8ct8J

— Grant Afseth (@GrantAfseth) February 26, 2025

On the flip-side, Mavericks fans are not pleased at all with Harrison or team governor Patrick Dumont. The two have operated in what can be compared to a childish manner since the deal went down earlier this month.

Dallas supporters protested outside of the American Airlines Center in the aftermath of the trade. The franchise has gone as far to eject fans from home games for vocally criticizing Harrison.

With the third quarter winding down, Doncic has put up 17 points, 15 rebounds, 9 assists, 3 steals, and two blocks in 28 minutes. The Lakers hold a slim advantage over the Mavericks.

The Moving Parts Of The Luka Doncic Trade

Mavericks: Anthony Davis, Max Christie, 2029 Lakers first-round pick

Lakers: Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber, Markieff Morris

Jazz: Jalen Hood-Schifino, 2025 Clippers second-round pick, 2025 Mavericks second-round pick

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