In a shocking turn of events, Dallas Mavericks star Luka Dončić has revealed the emotional turmoil following his unexpected trade from the franchise. In a candid one-on-one interview with ESPN’s Malika Andrews, Dončić recounted the moment he learned about the trade, which left him devastated and literally shattered—his phone, a casualty of his frustration, now bears the scars of his anger.

Dončić, who expressed disbelief that the news was real and not an April Fools’ joke, described the heartache of leaving a team he envisioned finishing his career with. “It’s just sad the way he is talking right now,” he lamented, referring to Mavericks GM Nico Harrison, who held a closed-door press conference that left Dončić feeling blindsided. The young star, who led the Mavericks to the NBA Finals at just 25 years old, feels betrayed, having not been informed of the trade until it was finalized.

As he grapples with this shocking exit, Dončić’s broken phone serves as a painful reminder of his tumultuous departure from Dallas. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Lakers have secured their future by extending the contract of GM Rob Pelinka, now positioned to build a powerhouse team around Dončić and fellow rising stars. The Lakers’ prospects look bright, with a young core that could dominate the league for years to come.

With the trade now official, fans and analysts alike are left wondering how this move will reshape the NBA landscape. Dončić’s journey is just beginning in a new city, but the emotional weight of leaving the Mavericks is palpable. The basketball world watches closely as this saga unfolds, and Dončić seeks to channel his heartbreak into motivation on the court.