Luka Dončić Commits to EuroBasket 2024, Lakers to Assign Assistant Coach for Support

uka Dončić Commits to EuroBasket 2025, Lakers Fully Support National Team Duty

European outlet BasketNews reports:

The Slovenian Basketball Federation president Matjaž Erjavec has confirmed Lakers superstar Luka Dončić will represent Slovenia at next summer's FIBA EuroBasket 2025 (August 28 - September 14).

Key Details:

• Dončić's father immediately coordinated with Lakers management, reaching full agreement in just a 2-minute call with GM Rob Pelinka

• The Lakers organization will assign an assistant coach (likely a conditioning specialist) to Slovenia's staff to oversee Dončić's training/recovery

• This mirrors the franchise's historic support for Pau Gasol during his six Lakers seasons when he played for Spain

Tournament Context:
Slovenia was drawn into Group D alongside Iceland, France, Belgium, Israel, and host Poland, with knockout rounds in Riga, Latvia.

Why This Matters:
At 25, Dončić continues balancing NBA excellence (2024 WCF appearance) with national team pride - having led Slovenia to 2017 EuroBasket gold and 2020 Olympic debut. The Lakers' institutional support underscores their commitment to international basketball heritage.