Where to watch Lakers vs. Mavericks

Luka Dončić is set to play at American Airlines Center as a visitor for the first time on Wednesday night.

Time: 7:30 p.m. ET | Date: Wednesday, April 9
TV channel: ESPN | Live stream: fubo (Try for free)
Odds: LAL -170 | DAL +143 | O/U: 229

Mavericks Planning Tribute Video, T-shirts for Fans

The tribute video will allow fans to express their gratitude towards Dončić, enhancing what promises to be an emotional evening. A notable aspect is the T-shirts provided to attendees, featuring the phrase “Thank you for everything” in Slovenian.
Tribute T-shirt Screenshot
Translation: Thank you for everything (quote).

What Luka Has Said About His Return

“There’s going to be a lot of emotion for me,” said Dončić. “I don’t really know what to expect. I don’t know how I’m going to feel, honestly.”

The matchup carries significant implications, as the Lakers, currently third in the Western Conference, are fighting for playoff positioning while the Mavericks aim to secure a play-in game.

Both teams head into this game with different trajectories, with past players experiencing a mix of emotions as they face off against each other.