The man who executed the move, general manager Nico Harrison, has reportedly been subject to death threats and racial epithets in its aftermath. Therefore he will not be in his normal seat in the stands, and ESPN also included a report on its chyron that a full-time security team in his protecting his home.

Although Davis won't make up for the offensive holes Doncic leaves behind, his defensive versatility should be a huge improvement for the Mavericks on that side of the ball. But Davis is capable on offense as well, averaging 25.7 points on 52.8% shooting and 11.9 rebounds this season.