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Anthony Davis is no stranger to headlines—but this time, it’s not for a highlight-reel block or a clutch three. It’s for… a haircut?
Yes, really.
A Shocking Trade, a Fresh Start
In a move that still has NBA fans rubbing their eyes in disbelief, the Lakers and Mavericks pulled off one of the most shocking trades in recent memory: Luka Doncic to L.A., Anthony Davis to Dallas. Basketball purists and Twitter theorists alike are still trying to wrap their heads around the deal.
Since landing in Dallas, AD has put up solid numbers—24.7 points, 11.6 rebounds, 3.5 assists per game on 51.6% shooting—but injuries, including a nagging left adductor strain, slowed his momentum. Still, the flashes of dominance were there, and he’s expected to be a major piece of Dallas’ puzzle heading into next season.
A Hat, a Visit, and the Internet Loses It
Fast forward to this week: Davis made a trip back to familiar territory, appearing at the Lakers’ practice facility for the Klutch Pro Day. He showed up in a Dallas Mavericks hat, but that’s not what sent the internet into a frenzy.
It was the hair. Or rather, the lack of it.
“No way did he cut his hair?” one fan asked.
“Damm did he cut his hair?” echoed another, clearly in disbelief.
But the buzz didn’t stop there.
“And he got the 2019-2020 season cut too,” someone pointed out, referencing Davis’ title-winning look with the Lakers.
“He cut the hair, now he finna cut back to PF weight—we getting prime mobility back #scaryhours,” another fan added, clearly hoping for a full throwback to vintage AD.
One even went straight to nostalgia mode: “PELICANS HAIR AD.”
Is the Cut That Deep?
Now, let’s be clear—Davis was wearing a hat. So, while it looks like a haircut, nothing is confirmed. But fans have already decided: the trimmed look means one thing—Prime AD might be making a comeback.
During his time in L.A., Davis was nothing short of a force. A 2020 NBA Champion, a leader on both ends of the floor, and the backbone of one of the league’s top defenses. He also added the 2023 In-Season Tournament title to his résumé and racked up All-NBA and All-Defensive Team honors along the way.
A New Era, or a Familiar One?
So what does all this mean? Maybe nothing. Or maybe the haircut signals a reset—a renewed focus, a lighter frame, and a throwback to a more mobile, aggressive Anthony Davis.
Whatever the case, one thing’s clear: Fans are watching. Closely. And if that buzz turns into on-court dominance next season, the Mavericks might be getting more than they bargained for.
Let the speculation (and the highlight reels) begin.