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Several days after the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade shocked the world, the dust has begun to settle. Each player has conducted introductory interviews with their new teams and is getting accustomed to a new roster of teammates, coaches and trainers.
The NBA will roll on, that much we know. But off the court, this trade could have rippling effects, with millions of dollars in lost salary, increased jersey sales and more.
For starters, Anthony Davis has opted not to receive his $6 million trade kicker. In what can only be considered an unusual move, especially given the total value of the option, Davis left seven figures on the table to help the Mavericks stay financially flexible to improve their roster, saying, “I’m just trying to do my part [to help the Mavericks get better].”
Dončić, on the other hand, will sacrifice much more. The bright lights of Hollywood will undoubtedly lead to more endorsement income over the coming years, but the trade could eventually cost the 25-year-old All-Star more than $100 million in total.
Not only is Dončić leaving a state with no income tax for a state with the highest income tax — California’s top income tax rate is 14.4% — but Dončić is no longer eligible to sign a super max extension. That extension would have awarded Dončić the largest contract in NBA history at $346 million over five years, but now he’ll be eligible for only a five-year, $229 million deal in Los Angeles, a $117 million difference.
Luka Dončić is expected to make his debut for the Lakers as early as their Feb. 8 game against the Los Angeles Clippers. (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian)
Dončić isn’t the only one leaving money on the table, either. Due to fan frustration from the trade, the Mavericks have reportedly started offering refunds for the rest of the team’s home games this season. Season ticket holders had already been notified of price increases for the 2025-26 season, with one Mavericks fan saying his season tickets will increase by 61% next season, according to NBC DFW.
Outside of players and fans, this historic trade could impact collectors. The collectibles market had…
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Publish date : 2025-02-06 00:12:00
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