Luka Doncic once again proves why he is one of the smartest stars in the game, becoming the fourth player in European shoe history to record a triple-double.
Doncic scored 26 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists in Belgium 86-69 on Sunday to guide Slovenia.
This performance is crucial for Slovenia, which has been on the verge of the match after giving up its first two games.
Doncic lost 39 points to France the night before, only a triple-double rebound and eight assists.
Compared to Slovenia’s sole representative at Doncic, France’s roster is four NBA players, Zacchaire Risacher, Alex Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly and Guerschon Yabusele. This reality makes Sunday’s victory even more important.
In three games, Don Cic averaged 33 points, 7.3 rebounds, 9.7 assists and 3.3 steals to normally retain his dominance in the NBA stage.
His decision to join Slovenia this summer only comes after signing with the Los Angeles Lakers for three years, a $155 million contract renewal.
Concerns about potential injuries caught on the spot when he hit his teammates in a show, but Don Sici quickly resumed his action. Lakers Gov. Jeanie Buss and basketball action president Rob Pelinka even flew to Poland to show support.
“Zero Problem,” Pelinka told Sports’ Dan Woike. “I mean, it’s just our belief in the Lakers. It’s great to meet up with teammates, interact and have fun. He’s in a good condition, very committed to working hard this summer, and being able to watch it for yourself is worth flying with him.”
Doncic and Slovenia are next to a showdown with Iceland on Tuesday.
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