Mavericks’ Head Coach Jason Kidd Details His Last Communication With Luka Doncic After Shocking Trade

As the distance grows from when superstar Luka Doncic was traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers, more details continue to be revealed.

On the Dan Patrick Show, Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd revealed that he had not spoken to Doncic since the trade.

“I texted him that morning, and that’s the last time I’ve talked to him,” Kidd said.

When asked how Doncic responded, Kidd summarized. “I don’t think he was too happy. From the experience of being traded, maybe being surprised. Upset, feelings are high. But I loved the opportunity of coaching Luka. He’s an incredible person, and we all know his talent. He’s one of the best in the world.”

Additionally, Kidd told Patrick he found out about the trade just hours before it went through. He did not have a discussion with Mavericks GM Nico Harrison about whether to make the trade.

The Mavericks have been in the news yet again because of landing the number one overall pick in the NBA draft lottery.

Despite lucking into the opportunity to draft Cooper Flagg, more details continue to come out about the Doncic trade, each one more jarring than the last.