We're a month removed from the NBA trade deadline, which means it's time to take a way-too-soon look at some of the stars who changed jerseys. Brandon Ingram, who hasn't played yet for Toronto, isn't included for obvious reasons.

As the Mavericks struggle with injuries and fan uproar, Luka Dončić and the Lakers are playing their best basketball of the season. A furious comeback featuring gritty performances from Luka, LeBron and co.

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That has made the fan base somewhat conspiracy-minded. A notable theory that has sprung up amongst that fanbase in recent years is that opponents are so determined to beat them that injured players intentionally target Laker games for their returns.

Coming off a stellar game against Denver, Luka Dončić now eyes a repeat performance against the Mavericks team that traded him.

He did it again. LeBron James did another super awesome historical thing. By the time he retires in 20 years, there will be no records left.

The Los Angeles Lakers rallied from a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit to outlast the New York Knicks, 113-109, in overtime on Thursday in what was without question one of the best games of the season.

With Kyrie Irving now out for the year due to a torn ACL, the Mavericks' decision to trade Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis looks even worse than it already did.

The Lakers look drastically different from the last time they played the Knicks, but the results were the same.

Luka Dončić shines as the Lakers extended their winning streak. But there's one thing he hates off the court as a Laker. The post Luka Dončić Singles Out One Thing He Hates as a Laker: ‘It’s Crazy’ appeared first on Heavy Sports.