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Lakers Brass Backs Luka Dončić in Poland as Pelinka Voices ‘Zero Problems’ With EuroBasket

Fresh off a three-year, $165 million extension, Los Angeles is investing in its new centerpiece with visible and practical support for his national-team run.

08/26/25
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LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers walks on the court during a break in the third quarter of a preseason game against the Golden State Warriors at T-Mobile Arena at T-Mobile Arena on October 15, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Overview

  • Jeanie Buss and Rob Pelinka attended Slovenia’s final practice in Katowice on Wednesday before the Group D opener against Poland on Thursday.
  • Pelinka told reporters he has “zero problems” with Dončić playing EuroBasket and confirmed Lakers assistant Greg St. Jean has been added to Slovenia’s staff for support.
  • Dončić welcomed the show of support from team leadership, noting the long trip and saying it “means a lot” after meeting with them in Poland.
  • The 26-year-old enters EuroBasket after a widely reported offseason transformation of about 31 pounds lost, saying he feels less tired and a little quicker.
  • Dončić’s Overwatch 2 Season 18 collaboration is live with Luka-themed rewards, custom Stadium builds and billboards in Los Angeles, Dallas and Poland.