The blockbuster trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers was one of the biggest shockers in the history of the NBA. That surprise also includes Doncic himself, who had no clue a trade was in the works and believed he would be with the Dallas Mavericks for the entirety of his career.

Ahead of the Lakers' first game back since the All-Star break, Lakers head coach JJ Redick provided a crucial update on his team. After the Luka Doncic trade, which saw Anthony Davis head to the Mavericks,

The 25-year-old superstar will no longer be on a minutes restriction Wednesday night vs. the Charlotte Hornets as the Lakers return to action following the All-Star break. Lakers coach JJ Redick admitted the time off enabled Doncic to get the rest he needed to continue his recovery.