That quote spread like wildfire throughout NBA circles, with Charles Barkley, Shaquille O'Neal, and many other personalities pointing out how absurd of a statement that is considering Doncic has his own day in the city of Dallas (July 6th). The latest to chime in is ESPN's Stephen A. Smith, who had a lot to say on First Take on Tuesday morning.

What did NBA players really think of the trade? We asked over 150 of them. “I don't even know if 2K would've allowed that,” one quipped.

Here we will discuss the one player whom the Dallas Mavs must trade as they begin to enter the 2025 NBA offseason.