Luka Dončić is a Slovenian professional basketball athlete, currently competes for the Dallas Mavericks in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Additionally, he represents the Slovenia national team and is widely acknowledged as one of the most exceptional European players in the history of the sport.
Bio/Wiki
Age- 24 years
Height- 2.01 m
Weight- 104 kg
Born- 28 February 1999
Birthplace-Ljubljana, Slovenia
Spouse- Anamaria Goltes
Profession-Slovenian basketball player
Current teams-Dallas Mavericks (#77 / Point guard, Shooting guard), MORE
Nationality- Slovenian
Parents
Luka’s parents are Saša Dončić, a former Slovenian professional basketball player and current coach, and Mirjam Poterbin, a Slovenian model and owner of a beauty salon, His parents filed for divorce in 2008, with custody and legal guardianship granted to his mother.
Wife
Luka Dončić, the prominent NBA star, Luka Dončić, took a significant step in his personal life by getting engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Anamaria Goltes. This joyous occasion was followed by the arrival of their baby girl, named Gabriela, on December 1, 2023.
Career
In 2015, at the age of 16, Luka Dončić made history by becoming the youngest player in the club’s history to debut for the senior team of Real Madrid’s academy. His remarkable journey continued as he played a pivotal role in leading Madrid to the 2018 EuroLeague title, earning prestigious accolades such as EuroLeague MVP and Final Four MVP. Dončić’s outstanding performance also earned him the ACB Most Valuable Player award, along with back-to-back EuroLeague Rising Star and ACB Best Young Player honors. His remarkable contributions led to his selection to the EuroLeague 2010–20 All-Decade Team.
In 2018, Luka Dončić declared for the NBA draft, getting drafted by the Atlanta Hawks and subsequently traded to the Dallas Mavericks. He quickly made an impact, unanimously earning a spot on the NBA All-Rookie First Team and securing the Rookie of the Year title for the 2018–19 season. Over the next four seasons, Dončić continued to shine, earning selections to the NBA All-Star game and consistently being named to the All-NBA First Team. Notably, he became the franchise leader in career triple-doubles for the Mavericks.
In November 2019, Dončić received further recognition with a nomination to the EuroLeague 2010–20 All-Decade Team. Subsequently, in March 2020, he was chosen for the prestigious 2010–20 All-Decade Team. Adding to his achievements, on March 23, 2021, the Real Madrid Football Club bestowed upon Dončić and Spanish rally driver Carlos Sainz Sr. the title of honorary members, the club’s highest distinction. This decision was made by the Real Madrid board of directors, led by Chairman Florentino Pérez.
On August 10, 2021, Luka Dončić made NBA history by signing a five-year, $207 million rookie extension, marking the largest deal in the league’s history. His stellar performance continued to earn recognition, and on February 3, 2022, he was selected as a reserve for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game.
A standout moment occurred on October 22, 2022, when Dončić contributed 32 points, seven rebounds, and 10 assists in a resounding 137–96 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies. This performance distinguished him as the fourth player since the merger to achieve 7,000 career points in fewer than 270 games, joining the ranks of Michael Jordan, Shaquille O’Neal, and LeBron James.
Further accolades followed, with Dončić being honored as the Western Conference Player of the Month for December 2022, marking the third time in his career. On January 12, 2023, he showcased his versatility by recording his 10th triple-double of the season, amassing 35 points, 14 rebounds, and 13 assists in an impressive 119–115 double overtime win over the Los Angeles Lakers.
Notably, on October 25, 2023, Dončić achieved a triple-double with 33 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists in a 126–119 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, becoming the first player in Mavericks history to accomplish a 30-point triple-double in a season-opening game. He continued his scoring prowess on October 27, scoring 49 points, including a career-high nine three-pointers, along with 10 rebounds and seven assists in a thrilling 125–120 win over the Brooklyn Nets. The trend persisted on November 10, as Dončić notched 44 points on an impressive 17-of-21 shooting from the field in a convincing 144–126 win over the Los Angeles Clippers.
Net Worth 2023
As of 2023, Luka Dončić’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $25 million.
Latest News about Luka Dončić
Luka Dončić, Absent Against Grizzlies Following Birth of Daughter
Dallas Mavericks’ standout player, Luka Dončić, was absent from Friday night’s 108-94 home defeat against the Memphis Grizzlies due to personal reasons. In the afternoon on the same day, Doncic and his fiancée, Anamaria Goltes, joyfully revealed the birth of their first child, a daughter named Gabriela.
Alongside Doncic, reserve guard Dante Exum also did not play against the Grizzlies for personal reasons. Both Doncic and Exum were listed on the NBA’s official injury report released at 12:30 p.m. ET on Friday. Notably, this marked Dončić’s first missed game of the season, despite his consistent presence as a first-team All-NBA selection for the past four seasons, with impressive averages of 31.1 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 7.9 assists per game for the 11-6 Mavericks.
