Last season, the Boston Celtics took down the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals in a series that was not particularly close. With ESPN's Mike Breen, JJ Redick, Doris Burke, and Lisa Salters calling the game for ABC,

While these two were the headliners of the deal, there were some other notable players who were also involved, including Max Christie. Before the trade, Christie was enjoying a career year in his third season with the Lakers.

Lakers coach JJ Redick outlines what makes Luka Doncic so great before their game against his former team, the Mavericks.

Luka Doncic joined the Los Angeles Lakers in a jaw-dropping deal between the Lakers and Dallas Mavericks on , 2025. He made his Laker debut on February 10 against the Utah Jazz, scoring 14 points in 24 minutes as the Lakers won 132–113.

But now, a lot of praise has come JJ Redick's way. He has led the Lakers to a 35-21 record, which is currently fourth-best in the Western Conference. They have won eight of their last 10 games, including an emotionally charged affair against the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday.

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is ready for the much-awaited game this Tuesday against his former team, the Dallas Mavericks.

Ahead of the matchup Lakers head coach JJ Redick made sure to deliver a classy message to his former All-NBA center as he returns to Los Angeles, singing his praises while also expressing appreciation for his willingness to work with Redick.