UPDATE: Luka Doncic has just announced the birth of his second daughter, Olivia, on Instagram early Saturday morning. The superstar is currently back in his hometown of Ljubljana, Slovenia, to support his fiancée, Anamaria Goltes, during this significant moment, as confirmed by sources to ESPN.
Doncic, who missed the Los Angeles Lakers’ last two games for “personal reasons,” previously welcomed his first daughter, Gabriela, two years ago. The Lakers went 1-1 in his absence, with coach JJ Redick indicating that Doncic could rejoin the team as soon as Sunday for their matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Lakers are currently off on Saturday after a back-to-back series that saw them fall 126-105 to the Boston Celtics on Friday. The team’s record stands at 16-6, placing them third in the Western Conference standings.
Doncic is having a standout season, leading the NBA in scoring with an impressive average of 35.3 points per game. He also ranks fourth in assists with 8.9, 19th in rebounds at 8.9, and 11th in steals with 1.6 per game.
Fans and teammates alike are eagerly awaiting his return to the court, as his presence significantly impacts the team’s performance. This heartfelt announcement of his daughter’s birth adds a personal touch to Doncic’s already remarkable career.
Stay tuned for further updates on Doncic’s return to the Lakers and how the team adjusts to his absence during this pivotal season.