Add Anthony Davis to the list of people who was stunned to learn he was being traded by the Los Angeles Lakers to the Dallas Mavericks in a package for

In the backdrop of the aftermath of the Lakers’ hectic last couple of days will be the second “Battle of L.A.” of the season after the Clippers won the first matchup, 116-102, on Jan. 19 in the Lakers’ first visit at Intuit Dome.

Luka Doncic being traded to Los Angeles could affect the Rockets' market days before the trade deadline. Oct 31, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) and Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks (9) during the first half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images / Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images