Anthony Davis 'understands' fans' emotions after Luka Doncic-Lakers trade, ready to 'give life back' to Dallas

New Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis has a strong message for Dallas fans who are distraught by the shocking blockbuster trade that brought him to town in exchange for Luka Doncic. Davis read the room, understanding the shoes he would have to fill after the Hall-of-Fame career that Doncic had in just seven seasons in Maverick blue.

When asked about the emotions of the fanbase, Davis responded with the following: "I understand it. It's a business. I get who Luka [Doncic] was to this franchise, to this city. I'm never going to downplay that, just how I know what I meant to the city of LA. I'm not surprised by the fans' reaction and the city's reaction, but it's my job to come here and play basketball and do what I'm supposed to do – give the fans hope and reassurance on why Nico [Harrison] brought me here.