On Wednesday, Doncic will make his return to Dallas as the playoff-bound Los Angeles Lakers arrive at American Airlines Center. Fans are expected to wear their No. 77 jerseys, cheer for Doncic, and hurl jeers at Harrison, Dumont, and maybe even Cuban.

Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) celebrates with Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Less than three months after the trade that shook the basketball world, the Los Angeles Lakers are headed into their first postseason with LeBron James and Luka Doncic atop their roster. The trouble is that this stellar duo has only played 21 games together.