The trade shocked many, especially Lakers and Mavericks fans. Lakers fans were mixed with emotions as they traded away their superstar for a younger superstar. However, in Dallas,

One fan was kicked out by security for mouthing the words “Fire Nico” while on the Jumbotron to sing Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” and later showing off a sign with the same message during Dallas’ 129-128 loss to the Kings in overtime.

The former Mavs owner says he wasn't consulted about the trade and by the time he found out about it, it was too late.