"Yet another person exposing Nico’s BS": Fans berate Nico Harrison after ex-Mavericks assistant speaks out on Luka Doncic's work ethic

Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison faced heavy criticism from fans on Sunday after Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley spoke out about Luka Doncic’s work ethic. Mosley, who served as an assistant coach with the Mavericks from 2014 to 2021, worked closely with Doncic for four years.

Following the Magic’s 110-90 victory over the Washington Wizards, Mosley was asked to describe the Slovenian star’s dedication and commitment to improving as a player. He didn’t hold back, openly praising Doncic’s relentless love for the game and his unwavering drive to refine his craft.

"My recollection of him being was, I constantly remember working, and him being able to work on a consistent basis, because he loves the game of basketball," Mosley said.

Fans quickly erupted in frustration after Mosley shared his candid thoughts. Many took this as yet another opportunity to criticize Nico Harrison for trading Luka Doncic.

"Yet another person exposing Nico’s BS!" a fan commented.

"Hell even Nico Harrison said @luka7doncic was amazing in practice two months ago until Nico decided to lie about him," commented another fan.

"Man we all know Luka wasn’t the problem. It’s the ego of the GM and the head coach. Nico is going to paint Luka the bad guy to justify this trade. If you think this is a bad trade right now, imagine looking back at it ten years from now," a fan said.

"Worst organization in sports! Dumb fucking tw*ts! @dallasmavs #FireNico #Selltheteam," said another fan.

"Jamahl Mosley has been a great Head Coach, but he also was an assistant in Dallas who worked closely with Luka Doncic for years. Believe the lies from Nico Harrison, and Dumont if you’d like, but I trust the character of Jamahl Mosley over the men who blindsided their star," a fan wrote.

"Thats why they got rid of him because he would support Luka," wrote another fan.

Meanwhile, Harrison orchestrated the trade, sending Luka Doncic to the Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and draft asset.

Markieff Morris on Luka Doncic's work ethic

Luka Doncic arrived in Los Angeles alongside his former Dallas Mavericks teammates, Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris. When discussing Doncic’s work ethic, Morris dismissed any doubts with a laugh, emphasizing that the Slovenian superstar’s ability to consistently put up massive stat lines speaks for itself.

"I hear the stuff about him not being in shape, but if you can go in an NBA game and get 30 and 15 and 10 like it’s nothing, then I don’t really know what shape is," Morris said. "You’re gonna see it really soon. You’ll make the (determination) if he’s in shape or not."

Meanwhile, Doncic has only played four games for the Purple and Gold so far. He is averaging 19.0 points, 7.5 rebounds and 5.8 assists on 38.8% shooting, including 27.3% from beyond the arc.