As earth-shattering as the Luka Dončić trade was from the Dallas Mavericks’ perspective, the Los Angeles Lakers also gave up a legitimate DPOY candidate in Anthony Davis to get the deal over the line.

Jeanie Buss kept the conversation going in an interview with NPR’s Morning Edition. The Lakers president offered some thoughts on the NBA stunner, comparing the situation to a past move that landed the franchise a star like Pau Gasol.

Jeanie Buss didn't hold back when addressing the blockbuster trade that sent Anthony Davis to Dallas in exchange for Luka Doncic. The Lakers' president revealed the real reason behind the move and why the team felt it was time for a change.