When was Luka Dončić born?
Luka Dončić was born on the 28th of February 1999 in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Questions about Luka Dončić
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What team does Luka Dončić play for?
Luka Dončić plays for the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association. He previously played for the Dallas Mavericks and, before that, for Real Madrid in Spain's ACB league.
Why was Luka Dončić traded to the Los Angeles Lakers?
The Dallas Mavericks traded Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers on the 2nd of February 2025, sending him along with Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris in exchange for Max Christie, Anthony Davis and a 2029 first-round pick. Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison defended the trade, saying "I believe that defense wins championships," and it is remembered as one of the most shocking trades in American sports history.
What records does Luka Dončić hold with the Dallas Mavericks?
Luka Dončić is the Dallas Mavericks' career leader in triple-doubles and holds the franchise record for most points scored in a single season. He also holds the Mavericks' single-game scoring record with 73 points against the Atlanta Hawks on the 26th of January 2024.
How did Luka Dončić perform for the Slovenian national team?
Luka Dončić led Slovenia to its first EuroBasket title in 2017, going undefeated at 9-0 in the tournament. At EuroBasket 2025 he became Slovenia's all-time leading scorer in international competition, passing Goran Dragić with 1,100 career points.
What is Luka Dončić's nickname?
Luka Dončić is nicknamed "Luka Magic." Spanish newspaper Marca also called him "El Niño Maravilla," meaning the Wonder Boy, during his early years at Real Madrid.