His time in Dallas has not gone quite as planned for former Lakers star Anthony Davis. Following the controversial blockbuster deal that sent Davis to the Mavericks as part of a package for star guard Luka Doncic, Davis was injured during his first game, and had to sit out for five weeks before returning to the Dallas lineup.

Davis was famously the primary return in arguably the most controversial trade in NBA history, which saw Dončić head to the Los Angeles Lakers in a three-team swap that triggered a torrent of criticism, both from fans and the media, against Dallas and general manager Nico Harrison.

Anthony Davis's journey with the Los Angeles Lakers has been one for the history books, spanning six remarkable years filled with high-octane performances, dramatic turns, and a championship victory. This article chronicles his evolution from an All-Star acquisition to a surprising trade, highlighting key moments and achievements along the way.