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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - FEBRUARY 04: Anthony Davis of the Dallas Mavericks smiles during the first half of the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on February 04, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - FEBRUARY 04: Anthony Davis of the Dallas Mavericks smiles during the first half of the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on February 04, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)Emilee Chinn/Getty Images

Anthony Davis Aims to 'Give the City Life Back' After Mavs-Lakers Luka Dončić Trade

Zach BacharFeb 7, 2025

Anthony Davis is focused on reinvigorating the Dallas Mavericks following his surprising trade from the Los Angeles Lakers.

"I'm gonna give the city life back," Davis said at his introductory press conference on Friday. "Obviously it's a tough transition. It was a shock to all. But like I said, my job is to come in and play basketball and win basketball games."

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Davis was dealt to the Mavericks in a blockbuster three-team swap headlined by Luka Dončić joining Los Angeles.

The former Laker admitted that he was "shocked at first," but grew more comfortable as he met his new teammates.

"When that ball's tipped up for the opening tip, I'll be fine," Davis said. "I think mentally, now just being around the guys and having a chance to be on the court a couple days. You know, hanging out with the guys, laughing and joking. I'm in a great place."


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