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Here's how Luka Doncic could return to the Dallas Mavericks
By Bill Jones at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
As the NBA free agent season gets underway, an idea has been floated in the national media that the pressure is on the Los Angeles Lakers this summer to start creating a team that Luka Doncic likes ... or else.Or else Luka will want out of Los Angeles, and he just may want to return to the city t...
Key takeaway Or else Luka will want out of Los Angeles, and he just may want to return to the city that he loves.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The possibility of Luka Doncic returning to the Dallas Mavericks has significant implications for the city's sports landscape. If Doncic were to reunite with the Mavericks, it would likely have a profound impact on the team's ticket sales and local sponsorships. The Mavericks' brand, which has experienced a decline in popularity since Doncic's departure, would likely see a resurgence in interest and enthusiasm from fans. Additionally, Doncic's return would also have a positive effect on the local economy, with fans flocking to restaurants, bars, and other establishments near the American Airlines Center to catch a glimpse of their beloved player. However, with Doncic under contract for two more seasons, any potential reunion is still a long way off, giving the Lakers ample time to build a championship team around him and potentially altering the course of his future.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? As the NBA free agent season gets underway, an idea has been floated in the national media that the pressure is on the Los Angeles Lakers this summer to start creating a team that Luka Doncic likes ... or else.Or else Luka will want out of Los Angeles, and he just may want to return to the city t...
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