
Luka Doncic trade | Body language expert breaks down Mavs, Lakers press conferences
The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers have held press conferences regarding the shocking Luka Doncic trade. Mavericks General Manager Nico Harrison and head coach Jason Kidd fielded questions from the media on Feb. 2, 2025, while Luka Doncic had his introductory press conference in Los Angeles on Feb. 4, 2025. Body language expert Melinda Marcus came to the WFAA studios in Dallas to break down the press conferences from both sides. FULL STORY: https://www.wfaa.com/article/sports/n... 00:00 - Who is Melinda Marcus? 1:07 - What is unique about nonverbal communication? 1:54 - Sports and nonverbal communication 2:27 - Initial analysis of Luka Doncic introductory press conference 3:28 - Initial analysis of Nico Harrison-Jason Kidd press conference after trade 4:10 - Jason Kidd rubbing tongue on inside of cheek 4:34 - Luka Doncic shoulder shrug 5:42 - Luka Doncic holding up his new Lakers jersey 6:12 - Rob Pelinka body language during Doncic press conference 6:57 - Changes in behavior for Luka Doncic 7:46 - Luka Doncic posture 8:44 - Who was most confident through their body language? 10:22 - Why wasn't JJ Redick on stage during the Doncic press conference? 11:31 - Harrison discussing he knows what Kidd likes in players 13:01 - How body language analysis validates what people feel 14:32 - What is 'scarcity'? 15:59 - Harrison and persuading other superstars to come to Dallas