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The NBA world has been buzzing with fan theories and trade rumors since the conclusion of the February 9 trade deadline. Just like any other blockbuster fandom, NBA fans are always in a tizzy about every move a player makes in a volatile trade market. They assemble on social media to share their theories, keep the rumour mill churning. After the most dramatic trade scene in recent NBA history, fans have once again chimed in with their opinions after a recent move by Anthony Davis stunned the NBA world.

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Anthony Marshon Davis Jr. hasn’t had the best of stints with the Lakers since their championship victory in 2020. Recently, Davis deleted his Instagram account, leaving his fans and the entire NBA world in a frenzy. 

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Anthony Davis sparks trade rumors with cryptic move

NBA fans are at it again, and this time the focus is on Anthony Davis. The Lakers’ All-Star player has recently deleted his Instagram account, which has caused quite the debate among the fans. Lebron and Lakers fans are left scratching their heads, asking what actually happened that the player deleted his account. Fans have taken to Twitter, reddit, Instagram and all the other social platforms to spark up a conversation speculating about what could be behind this mysterious move.

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Some fans are saying that Davis is looking to switch things up and might be eyeing a trade in the summer. And let’s face it, he wouldn’t be the first NBA star to do so this season. After the entire Kyrie Irving trade saga and what happened with Kevin Durant and the Nets, fans are on their toes anticipating Davis’ next move. While some theories suggest that Davis might want to reunite with Russel Westbrook because of their chemistry on the court, others think there could be some real-life drama going on, or maybe he’s just had enough of the toxic social media scene. 

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Read more : “I Think This Is Terrible News”: Major Anthony Davis Update Draws Mixed Responses From the NBA World Despite Optimistic Signs for LeBron James

These are some comments under a twitter post that has now gone viral after reporting the news

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Speculation of trade or just following Lebron’s path 

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Meanwhile, some people have suggested that Davis might be following in the footsteps of LeBron James and James Harden by taking a social media break to focus on his game. Others think there might be some real-life drama going on that prompted the account deletion. But the juiciest rumour of them all? Davis is eyeing a trade this summer. Of course, this is all just wild speculation at this point. And who knows, maybe we’ll see Davis in a different uniform next season.

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All we can say for sure is that social media can be a real headache and sometimes it’s nice to unplug and disconnect. Why do you think AD deleted his Insta? Let us know in the comments below.

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Nivedita Dubey is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports who is deeply invested in the strategic intricacies of basketball. She has been following the NBA since her early teens and is always up-to-date with the latest news and updates in the league. Nivedita's ability to provide insightful analysis and predictions for upcoming games is commendable, and she has covered various events including All-Star Games and NCAA matches. Over the course of her three-year career, Nivedita has become a specialist in covering the NBA, demonstrating her expertise in the league's structure and players. Her admiration for LeBron James and the Golden State Warriors is a testament to her deep knowledge and passion for the sport. Apart from her love for basketball, Nivedita has a keen interest in interior designing and sketching.

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