| Age | 27 years |
| Date of birth | February 28, 1999 |
| Height, weight | 201 cm / 104 kg |
| Place of birth | Ljubljana, Slovenia |
| Citizenship | Slovenia |
| Position | point guard / shooting guard / small forward |
| Club | Los Angeles Lakers |
| Number | 77 |
| With the team since | 2025 |
| Contract until | 2028 |
| Contract extension | 2025 |
| Market value | ~€220–250 million |
| Eye color | green |
| Agent | Bill Duffy |
Biography of Luka Dončić
Luka Dončić was born in Ljubljana and from an early age was surrounded by sports thanks to his father, a former professional basketball player. From childhood, Luka Dončić demonstrated high basketball IQ and quickly stood out among his peers, training with older players.
Luka Dončić began his professional development in the Olimpija system, after which at the age of 13 he moved to Real Madrid. Luka Dončić became one of the most promising players in Europe, debuting for Real Madrid’s first team at 16 and winning the EuroLeague in 2018, becoming the youngest MVP in the tournament’s history.
Luka Dončić was selected in the 2018 NBA Draft and quickly became the leader of the Dallas Mavericks. Luka Dončić won Rookie of the Year and in the following seasons established himself as an NBA superstar, regularly making All-NBA teams. In 2025, Luka Dončić moved to the Los Angeles Lakers as part of a high-profile trade.
Personal Life of Luka Dončić
Luka Dončić was in a long-term relationship with Anamaria Goltes, with whom he has two children. Luka Dončić became a father in 2023, and in 2025 his second child was born; however, in 2026 the couple separated due to disagreements.
Luka Dončić speaks several languages, including Slovenian, English, Spanish, and Serbian. Luka Dončić активно participates in endorsement deals, collaborates with the Jordan brand, and is also a cover athlete for the NBA 2K video game.
Interesting Facts about Luka Dončić
- Luka Dončić is considered one of the most talented European players in basketball history and earned the nickname “Luka Magic” thanks to his playing style.
- Even before entering the NBA, Luka Dončić was regarded as one of the most NBA-ready young players of his generation.
- Luka Dončić is a big fan of video games and reached a high level in Overwatch, ranking among top players.
- Luka Dončić set a unique record by scoring 60 points in a single game with a triple-double — a historic achievement in the NBA.
Statistics of Luka Dončić
Luka Dončić has played over 450 NBA games, demonstrating elite performance: about 28.6 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game on average. Luka Dončić regularly ranks among league leaders in triple-doubles and scoring, and also became the first European player to win the NBA scoring title.
| Season | Club | Games | Points (avg.) | Rebounds (avg.) | Assists (avg.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018/19 | Dallas | 72 | 21.2 | 7.8 | 6.0 |
| 2019/20 | Dallas | 61 | 28.8 | 9.4 | 8.8 |
| 2020/21 | Dallas | 66 | 27.7 | 8.0 | 8.6 |
| 2021/22 | Dallas | 65 | 28.4 | 9.1 | 8.7 |
| 2022/23 | Dallas | 66 | 32.4 | 8.6 | 8.0 |
| 2023/24 | Dallas | 70 | 33.9 | 9.2 | 9.8 |
| 2024/25 | Dallas / Lakers | 68 | 31.5 | 8.8 | 9.1 |
Controversies involving Luka Dončić
Luka Dončić found himself at the center of one of the most high-profile trades in NBA history when he was unexpectedly moved from Dallas to the Lakers. Luka Dončić was not informed about the deal in advance, which caused a strong public reaction and criticism of the club’s management.
Luka Dončić is also periodically criticized for emotional behavior on the court and frequent arguments with referees, which lead to technical fouls and media discussions.
