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As reports of this massive trade began circulating, both fans and analysts found it hard to digest the implications of losing a player like Dončić, who has already established himself as a cornerstone for the Mavericks after leading them to the finals. The response from analysts has been one of disbelief. Many, like ESPN’s G, emphasized the shock, reiterating that such a monumental trade at this time of the season was unforeseen.