Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Luka Dončić

Discover the career path of Luka Dončić, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Luka Dončić is a highly decorated Slovenian professional basketball player currently playing for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. Renowned for his exceptional skills and playmaking ability, Dončić has earned five NBA All-Star selections and five All-NBA First Team selections. He is also a key player for the Slovenian national team. Widely considered one of the greatest European players in basketball history, he has earned the moniker 'Luka Magic' due to his outstanding performances.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

2011: Mavericks won the 2011 NBA Finals

In 2011, the Mavericks won in the first round of the playoffs for the first time since winning the 2011 NBA Finals.

December 2014: Dončić Participates in Friendly Tournament

In December 2014, Luka Dončić participated in a friendly tournament in Székesfehérvár, Hungary, averaging 35.3 points and 7.6 rebounds per game, showcasing impressive shooting percentages.

October 22, 2022: Dončić records 32 points in victory over Grizzlies

On October 22, 2022, Luka Dončić scored 32 points, had seven rebounds, and provided 10 assists in a 137–96 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies, becoming the fourth player since the merger to record 7,000 career points in less than 270 games.

October 25, 2023: Dončić Achieves Triple-Double in Season Opener

On October 25, 2023, Luka Dončić recorded a triple-double with 33 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists in a 126–119 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. He became the first player in Mavericks history to achieve a 30-point triple-double in a season-opening game.

May 15, 2024: Dončić delivers playoff triple-double against Thunder

On May 15, 2024, in Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Luka Dončić recorded his sixth career playoff triple-double with 31 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists, leading to a 104–92 victory.

December 7, 2024: Dončić Surpasses Chamberlain and Harden on Triple-Double List

On December 7, 2024, Luka Dončić achieved a triple-double with 30 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists in a 125–118 victory over the Toronto Raptors. This performance allowed him to surpass both Wilt Chamberlain and James Harden for seventh place on the all-time career triple-double list.

2024: Dončić's 2024 NBA Finals Performance

In the 2024 NBA Finals, Luka Dončić led the postseason in total points (635), rebounds (208), and assists (178), even in the 106-88 loss in Game 5 to Boston. However, the Mavericks would lose the Finals to Boston in five games.

February 2, 2025: Dončić Traded to the Lakers

On February 2, 2025, Luka Dončić, along with Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris, was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Max Christie, Anthony Davis, and a 2029 first-round pick. This trade was considered a significant and unexpected event in NBA history.

2029: 2029 First-Round Pick in Trade

On February 2, 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers traded a 2029 first-round pick to the Mavericks in exchange for Luka Dončić, along with Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris.