Jeanie Buss on Luka Doncic trade: 'I think Mark Cuban might have jumped in front of a train to keep it from happening'
Jeanie Buss discussed the potential trade of Luka Doncic, emphasizing the strategic planning involved. She noted that any trade involving Anthony Davis would require her approval and highlighted the extraordinary opportunity of acquiring a player like Doncic. Buss also mentioned that Mark Cuban was very protective of Doncic, making the trade difficult to execute without leaks.
- ▪Jeanie Buss stated that conversations about the trade began in January.
- ▪She emphasized the need for strategy and small steps to pull off the trade.
- ▪Buss mentioned that Mark Cuban was very protective of Luka Doncic, complicating the trade process.
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