LeBron James Joins Lakers Fans In Praising Anthony Davis After His Emotional Farewell Message

Anthony Davis broke his silence following the blockbuster trade that saw him move from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Dallas Mavericks, while Luka Doncic moved in the opposite direction.

Davis penned an emotional farewell message to Lakers fans following the move, and there was an outpour of emotions and praise for him, with his former teammate LeBron James leading the way.

On Monday, Doncic also penned a farewell message to Mavericks fans who are still reeling from the shock of losing their franchise player.

The NBA is incredibly unpredictable, especially when it comes to player trades. That fact is not lost on Davis, who expressed gratitude to Lakers fans in an emotional post on Instagram.

The basketballer shared a video showing some of his most beautiful moments as a Laker, including their memorable 2020 NBA Championship win during lockdown.

Davis began his message, "LA- 6 years ago, I came here with the vision to win a Championship, and I will never forget the moment we did!"

The center showed that he understood the business side of basketball, which led to his trade, but he expressed gratitude to the city of Los Angeles.

He wrote, "The business of basketball is a business just like all other businesses... I am grateful to the city where my first ring came from, grew my family and friendships and I will always have a home here."

Davis continued to appreciate the city of Los Angeles and the Lakers franchise, writing, "My family and I thank everyone who made this place home and we are still thinking of those that lost their homes in the fires."

He also thanked his teammates, saying, "To my teammates: our friendships go beyond a locker room and a jersey..."

Davis concluded his message by showing his eternal love for Los Angeles while expressing his readiness for a new phase in Dallas.

He wrote, "LA will always have a special place in my heart. Every great story has an exciting next chapter... Dallas- Here we come!"

Following Davis's heartwarming farewell to Los Angeles, his former teammate and good friend LeBron James took to the comment section to show his appreciation.

The iconic basketballer wrote, "My DOG !!!! You dat muthaf-cka!! Go do you CHAMP!!!!"

Rapper Roddy Rich commented, "CITY FOREVER BEHIND YOU."

James' Lakers teammate, Jarred Vanderbilt, added, "Woe."

Meanwhile, Australian-American musician Flea shared, "We were so lucky to see it all unfold."

Many fans reacted to Anthony Davis's farewell message by thanking him for the beautiful memories he helped to create and assuring him of his Lakers legacy.

One fan wrote, "Sh-t breaks my heart. Laker legend nobody can change my mind."

Another fan shared, "Forever a fan!!! Ima miss you in a Lakers jersey but I'll always support you."

A third person added, "You will never be forgotten! Thank you for making the Lakers exciting to watch. I will always root for you!"

A fourth fan shared similar sentiments, saying, "Thank you, AD! Once a Laker always a Laker!"

Another fan promised Davis, "You'll be back for your Jersey retirement champ!"

A sixth person reminisced, "I’ll miss hearing “blocked by Davis” in a Laker jersey. You ended a 10-year Laker drought. You’ll always be a Laker in my eyes. Hate it had to be you. Best of luck AD."

Anthony Davis's farewell message came a day after Luka Doncic broke his silence on the blockbuster trade, which shocked and continues to shock the basketball world.

Taking to Instagram, Doncic reflected on his seven-year journey, expressing gratitude for Mavericks fans' unwavering support through highs and lows.

He called Dallas his "home away from home" and thanked the community for embracing him. The point guard also appreciated local organizations for allowing him to contribute.

Though Doncic had hoped to bring a championship to Dallas, he looks forward to his next chapter while cherishing the memories. He ended his message by calling Mavericks fans "special" and thanking them from the bottom of his heart.