Luka Doncic is now officially a Lakers athlete. Having played for the Dallas Mavericks previously, the swap between Doncic and Anthony Davis has been quite a shocking one. However, making his debut for the Lakers, Doncic might have felt some jitters in the new setting. Thankfully, he had LeBron James backing him up. With immense experience under his belt, James made sure that the Lakers got a fully focused Luka Doncic.
The NBA legend immediately got to action and started to counsel the new entrant. James made sure that Doncic felt comfortable under the gold and purple jersey. Infact, in order to make himself feel at ease, James even proposed the idea of introducing him last. And Doncic seems pretty much grateful to the 40-year-old icon.
“Yeah, he texted me in the morning, he said, whatever you want. And I said, for him to text me that is just amazing. So it shows what kind of person he is. And, you know, he let me have my moment, so I really appreciate it,” said Doncic.
Luka says LeBron texted him and asked if he wants to be introduced last 🥹pic.twitter.com/ieswkgWsx0
— LakeShowYo (@LakeShowYo) February 11, 2025
Surely, things do become pretty much easier when you get a legendary mentor like LeBron James. However, LeBron James is not the only one trying to up the morale of Luka Doncic. Dirk Nowitzki too, had some interesting words to share.
Dirk Nowitzki Wishes Luka Doncic Luck For His Future
Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki seems to be quite fond of Luka Doncic. While at Dallas, Doncic was touted as the probable heir to Nowitzki. However, despite Doncic venturing out to the Los Angeles Lakers, Nowitzki is still supporting the 25-year-old.
“I will always be a Mav for life, but had to come support my guy 77 @luka7doncic in the first game of his new chapter!” wrote Nowitzki on X.
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I will always be a Mav for life, but had to come support my guy 77 @luka7doncic in the first game of his new chapter!
— Dirk Nowitzki (@swish41) February 11, 2025
Thus, with Luka Doncic getting all the support from the legends, it now remains to be seen how things pan out in the future.
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