Anthony Davis made his long-awaited return to Los Angeles when the Dallas Mavericks faced the LA Lakers on Friday night. His performance drew a wave of reactions from NBA fans across social media.
Many viewers praised Davis for showing his trademark defensive intensity and efficient scoring after his absence. Others, however, expressed frustration over the Lakers’ inconsistent play, pointing out that the team continues to rely heavily on his presence both on offense and defense.
“When AD is locked in like this, the Lakers can beat anyone,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Some fans were equally outspoken about the Lakers’ depth issues, noting that Davis’ strong performance highlighted the deficiencies of the supporting cast. Despite the loss, Davis’ effort on both ends earned respect even from rival supporters.
The matchup featured competitive stretches but ended in favor of Dallas, with Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving orchestrating a decisive run late in the game. Davis led Los Angeles in scoring and rebounding, displaying the mix of dominance and leadership that fans have long expected.
“He did everything he could — the team just didn’t match his energy,” another fan wrote.
Author Summary: NBA fans reacted passionately to Anthony Davis’ strong showing in the Lakers’ loss to Dallas, admiring his performance while questioning the team’s overall stability.