Luka Doncic is officially back in his groove! After a slow start adjusting to his new team, the Los Angeles Lakers star delivered a dominant performance against the Denver Nuggets, dropping 32 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists, ultimately leading them to a win. While Lakers fans are excited to see Doncic returning to form, it’s the upcoming game on Tuesday that has everyone talking.
The Lakers will face off against the Dallas Mavericks, marking Doncic’s first matchup against the team where he became a household name. The emotional reunion has already sparked conversation, and Mavs forward PJ Washington recently shared his thoughts on the much-anticipated showdown.
In a post-game interview, following the Mavs’ loss to the Golden State Warriors, Washington opened up about the upcoming matchup against former teammate Luka Doncic.
“I expect him to bring his A game knowing just the player he is. I know he’s gonna be ready as soon as we get out there,” Washington said. “Obviously, we can’t wait to compete against him. We miss him. At the end of the day, he’s our brother, obviously, we’re always gonna love him, but just gotta go out there and compete against him.”
The Mavs shocked the world by trading Luka Doncic, who had been the face of the franchise since they drafted him in 2018. During his time in Dallas, Doncic earned multiple All-Star appearances and led the team on deep playoff runs, making his departure a tough pill to swallow for both the team and its fanbase.
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However, facing his former team will undoubtedly be an emotional moment, but Washington and the Mavericks are focused on the task at hand, securing a win. With Luka Doncic looking to prove himself against his former squad and perhaps seeking a bit of revenge—the Mavericks will be just as eager to show they can thrive without their former star. This adds an extra layer of intensity to an already interesting storyline, shaping the matchup into a must-watch clash.
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