We're a month removed from the NBA trade deadline, which means it's time to take a way-too-soon look at some of the stars who changed jerseys. Brandon Ingram, who hasn't played yet for Toronto, isn't included for obvious reasons.

A breakdown of some of the players, teams and trends around the league that are drawing the ire of yours truly. If you're not a fellow pessimist, proceed with caution.  Look, the Lakers have won five straight with Luka in the lineup,

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Los Angeles Lakers fans were amused by Luka Dončić’s recent comments. After unexpectedly acquiring the NBA superstar via trade, the Lakers have emerged as one of the league’s best teams since the deadline and currently hold the second spot in a competitive Western Conference.

That has made the fan base somewhat conspiracy-minded. A notable theory that has sprung up amongst that fanbase in recent years is that opponents are so determined to beat them that injured players intentionally target Laker games for their returns.