The trade that sent Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers made an obvious and understandable emotional impact on the 26-year-old superstar. Doncic made it known he planned to spend his career with the Mavericks before the trade that shook the NBA landscape.

According to multiple reports, veteran guard Marcus Smart is expected to sign a two-year, $11 million deal with the Los Angeles Lakers following a contract buyout with the Washington Wizards.

Luka Doncic was heavily involved in the Los Angeles Lakers adding former Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart.