NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has addressed the distress felt by Dallas Mavericks fans following the recent trade of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis. Silver acknowledged the fans’ frustration, stating, “I can say one thing for sure: Whether or not history will ultimately judge this as a smart trade, they did what they thought was in the best interest of their organization.”

He also mentioned, “Time will tell whether it was a smart trade, but they should believe in their organization.”

Adding his perspective, Victor Wembanyama, star player for the San Antonio Spurs, expressed empathy for Mavericks fans, reaffirming that the team remains competitive despite the trade.

Furthermore, Silver commented on other NBA topics, including the anticipated ownership changes for the Minnesota Timberwolves and the reasons behind the canceled Steph vs. Sabrina II event.

Silver remains optimistic about the future of the league and the strategies implemented by its franchises.