Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has had a chaotic week, two missed games, a cross-continent trip, and the birth of his second daughter, but the 26-year-old returned to the court with a performance that reminded everyone why hes one of the most gifted players on the planet. And for Luka, the only thing overshadowing a 31, 15 and 11 triple-double was the joy of becoming a father again.
Doncic was initially ruled out of the Lakers road games for personal reasons, but it quickly became clear he had flown back to Slovenia to join fiance Anamaria Goltes for the arrival of their baby girl. On Saturday morning, he announced the news on Instagram: Olivia has officially joined Gabriela as the newest member of the DoncicGoltes family.
After rejoining the team in Philadelphia and leading Los Angeles to its first win there in eight years, Luka was asked postgame what it means to now be a father of two. He didnt hold back.
Its the best thing in the world, Doncic said via NBA on X. Obviously, two girls, theyre going to make my life hell, for sure. I know that. Im going to be their security after I retire. All jokes aside, its the best thing in the world. Im just blessed.
Theyre going to make my life hell, for sure. Im going to be their security after I retire.
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It instantly struck a chord with Lakers fans, many of whom remembered the way Kobe Bryant publicly embraced being a girl dad. Bryant and Doncic shared a close connection during Lukas early NBA years, and the echoes of that legacy werent lost on anyone.
While Doncic was away, LeBron James and Austin Reaves carried the load in one win and one loss, but the entire team celebrated the moment Luka shared his family news. James was among the first to comment on his teammates Instagram announcement, sending his congratulations to the growing family.
