Former Dallas Mavericks coach claims Luka Doncic trade led to ‘spooky times’, ended up leaving over the decision

God Shammgod quit Dallas Mavericks over ‘spooky times’ after Luka Doncic trade

Former Dallas Mavericks assistant coach, God Shammgod, appeared on the It Is What It Is show with rap legends Ma$e and Cam’Ron to discuss his NBA playing and coaching career.

When discussing the Luka Doncic trade and why he quit the Mavericks, he admitted that while he appreciates everyone within the organization, the treatment of Doncic was a sign that he needed to leave.

“The thing about Dallas was, it was just getting spooky times, man. I love Dallas, and I’m cool with everyone that’s over there.

“When the [Doncic trade] went down, it was one of those things, if someone treats your man like that, it’s a countdown.”

Shammgod quit the Mavericks this summer and joined the Orlando Magic as an assistant coach, earning a promotion from his previous role as a player development coach.

Luka Doncic trade created rift within Dallas Mavericks organization

Even more than six months after the trade occurred, there is still so little we know about what went down within the organization.

Mark Cuban hinted at turmoil within the Mavericks over the Doncic trade, as there were people who, like him, didn’t want the superstar to get traded.

However, Mavericks GM Nico Harrison and a contingent of his supporters pushed the deal through, seeing the vision of Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving as their leaders.

In the end, we will only know the true details of the trade and what went on behind the scenes in a few years, when the people involved are at liberty to discuss it.