Doncic expected to be on the Dallas Mavericks for his entire career, and he was traded in the middle of the night without warning. He was shocked at the trade when it happened, his body language in his introductory press conference signaled someone who was stunned,

Currently, the Mavericks have essentially every single one of their big men injured, including their superstar Anthony Davis. The Dallas Mavericks listed Anthony Davis as out against the New Orleans Pelicans with a left adductor strain.

Still without recent addition Anthony Davis, the Dallas Mavericks (30-26) are all set to host the New Orleans Pelicans (13-42) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. Despite Davis’ absence, the Mavericks are on a two-game winning streak and are currently eighth in the Western Conference.