Thats another large advantage in a game like basketball where palming is so important. Luka is the league's least selfish superstar. Just being able to go an inch above someone trying to block or out rebound you can make all the difference in the world. Thats because a long reach provides players with more options when either getting too or defending the rim. Rudy Gobert is taller than anyone you know, probably by a foot. [43] He collected 3 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists in an NBA preseason win on October 3, 2016, over the Oklahoma City Thunder. Overview Luka Doncic is a tall combo guard/wing with elite play-making skills. at least 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists in a rookie season (Oscar Robertson, Michael Jordan, LeBron James. The Mavs star is also reported to have a 42-inch vertical jump. Wingspan is about 6'9"-6'10" so Doncic is probably right around 7' even. It gives him a huge advantage on the court, as he can easily reach and challenge shots from opponents far from him. [42], Doni made his 201617 season debut on September 30, 2016, against Unicaja, recording 6 points and 4 assists in 19 minutes. [44] On December 4, he posted a double-double of 23 points and 11 assists, both season-highs, in a 9276 win over Montakit Fuenlabrada. a 30-point triple-double (35 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists) as a teenager. [109] He edges Hall of Famer Magic Johnson by 117 days. We do see it on occasions when Doncic drives to the basket and finishes with open dunks. [77] On June 29, 2018, he parted ways with Real Madrid. [176] On May 20, during Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals, Doni posted 42 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists, and 3 steals in a 126117 loss against the Golden State Warriors. Irving: Need to scale back self-imposed pressure, Haliburton pulls a fast one on Doncic to keep possession, Windhorst: Kidd is calling out Luka for 'immature' actions, Breaking down the NBA's historic surge of 50-point performances this season, Kidd on blowing huge lead: Mavs have to 'grow up', Luka makes it looks easy on the and-1 finish, NBA stars play 'Spin the Wheel' with Malika Andrews. When evaluating NBA players, most organizations focus on height. Doni also surpassed Mark Aguirre for the most 40-point games in Mavericks history with 23. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. the official stats partner of the NBA, NHL and MLB. Thats another large advantage in a game like basketball where palming is so important. He also became the second-youngest player ever to finish in the top five of MVP voting. [128] On December 8, 2019, Doni surpassed the record for the most consecutive games with at least 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists since the ABA-NBA merger in 1976. Proudly created with Wix.com. Does Michael Jordan Own the Jordan Brand? Apart from James heft, theres also his basketball IQ which is second to none. [41] He was named EuroLeague Rising Star by a unanimous vote and claimed the ACB Best Young Player Award. In 2015 he made his debut for the academy's senior team at age 16, becoming the youngest in club history. Vanderbilt used his 7-foot-1 wingspan to stay big against Doncic and disrupt his step-back and his vision on drives," Buha wrote . [71] Doni finished with 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists on May 18, in a 9283 win over CSKA Moscow in the EuroLeague semi-finals. [163] On February 13, in a back-to-back against the Clippers, Doni scored 23 of his 45 points in the fourth quarter, grabbed 15 rebounds, and dished out 8 assists in a 9997 loss. It also enables him to shoot over players or post up when the situation calls for it. Slovenian professional basketball player Luka Doncic, who was born on February 28, 1999, plays for the Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association ( NBA ). 2023 by The Halftimers. He joined Michael Jordan (917) & Wilt Chamberlain (867) as the only players in NBA History with 800 points through their first 25 career playoff games. Even at 36 years old, LeBron James can still be considered one of the more capable defenders in this league. [32], In the 201516 season, Doni became a regular member of Real Madrid's senior team. [118] In two consecutive games, on November 13, he recorded two triple-doubles and matched a career-high 15 assists in both games. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. But this doesnt mean Leonard is washed up and cannot stop Luka. Luka Doni was drafted by Atlanta Hawks, 1st round (3rd pick, 3rd overall), 2018 NBA Draft. The Mavericks were smart enough to switch it up whenever Leonard is upfront. 35-point triple-doubles in succession, breaking Oscar Robertson's record. In the semi-final round of the event against Victoria Fermo, he posted 29 points and 15 rebounds. Luka Doncic has an impressive wingspan of 7'0", which is an incredible asset for a player of his size. The NBA average wingspan for those who stand 66 is 610. [64] Following a 24-point outburst versus Movistar Estudiantes on December 31, he was selected as Player of the Round in the ACB. His wingspan measures an impressive 7 feet 3 inches. [105] Despite being second in fan voting, behind only LeBron James, and ranked 8th in the total voting score, Doni wasn't selected for the Western Conference All-Stars in the 2019 NBA All-Star Game.[106][107][108]. It was the first time Dallas had advanced to the postseason's second round in Doni's four-year NBA career. [131] He became the youngest European player to start in an All-Star game. The NBA average wingspan for those who stand 6'6 is 6'10. Doncic had failed to reach 30 points in his previous two games. [142] With that performance, he became just the second player in NBA history to record at least 43 points, 17 rebounds, and 13 assists in any game, joining Wilt Chamberlain as the other. In the tournament's final game, he contributed 25 points, 16 rebounds, and 5 steals to defeat FC Barcelona and win MVP honors. Press J to jump to the feed. With new analytics, its becoming more and more of a focus in todays NBA. 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His 60 points were also the most scored in Mavericks history, previously held by Nowitzki (53), and surpassed Nowitzki for the most 50-point games in Mavericks history. lukadoncic, (The Matador, El Matador, Cool Hand, The Don, Wonder Boy, El Nio Maravilla, Swaggy L, Luka Legend, Too Easy, Luka Magic), Position: Luka Doncic had quite the impressive performance at the 2019 NBA Draft Combine, where he put up some impressive numbers. Not only can he leverage his size in such positions, but his extra arm length allows him to go up and over where other players would have to pass. He became the only other NBA player to score 30 or more points in the first eight games of a season beside Wilt Chamberlain, who did it in the first eight of the 195960 season and the first 23 of the 196263 season. 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Nasledio je to od mene", "Ekskluzivno, Saa Doni: Otac najveeg talenta u Evropi zna neto to e odueviti svakog Srbina! Words at Action Network. With new analytics, its becoming more and more of a focus in todays NBA. We do see it on occasions when Doncic drives to the basket and finishes with open dunks. a 30-point triple-double in a ten-game span (Oscar Robertson, Michael Jordan, Russell Westbrook, LeBron James). Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. Three in the Key: Analyzing Luka Doncic, Dejounte Murray, Garrison Mathews. [33] On October 16, at age 16, he debuted in the EuroLeague, scoring 2 points in a loss to Khimki. I couldn't believe what I saw from a 19/20-year-old. He's unbelievable in pick and roll play. Previously held by, Twenty straight games with at least 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists, the most since the. [188] In the next game, Doni recorded 35 points, eight rebounds, six assists, and three steals in a 111110 win over the Toronto Raptors. The Dallas Mavericks must improve defensively to contend with Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving in the playoffs. [60] He was named MVP of the Round again two days later, eclipsing his career-best with 28 points in an 8766 win over algiris Kaunas. [149] With that performance, he became just the fourth player in NBA history to record a 30-point triple-double with at least 20 assists, joining Oscar Robertson, Magic Johnson, and Russell Westbrook. Not only can he leverage his size in such positions, but his extra arm length allows him to go up and over where other players would have to pass. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. However, according to all metrics, his arms have a lot of extra length. [181], On October 22, 2022, Doni recorded 32 points, seven rebounds, and 10 assists in a 13796 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies. 70 total points in their first two career playoff games (. [159], On August 10, 2021, he signed a five-year $207million rookie extension, the largest in NBA history. Another advantage, that both Kawhi Leonard and Allen Iverson put into practice, is being able to steal the ball. A subreddit dedicated to NBA news and discussion. There were even times when Wiggins was switched to much quicker players like DeAaron Fox and he had no problem using his speed and length in defending the athletic guard. A very slick passer who has a lot of natural point guard instincts. 1 Draft Pick Luka Doncic Hits Ankle-Breaking Step-Back Buzzer-Beater", "Luka Doncic notches first career triple-double", "Luka Doncic looks like a No. His 47-point performance was the second-highest scoring total in EuroBasket history. [137] On August 15, he was selected to the NBA's All-Seeding Games First Team for his play in the eight seeding games, where he averaged 30.0 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 9.7 assists per game. Many of them were bigger and faster than me too, so I had to beat them with my brain. In the past, teams didnt put a huge emphasis on wingspan. "[235] An anonymous NBA veteran scouting executive said that his game was "leap years above anyone" in his draft class. [244][245][246], Before his draft, basketball journalist and scout Austin Green compared Doni to NBA players Paul Pierce and Joe Johnson. Doncics stepbacks wont be worth anything against a 7-foot-2 wingspan. LeBron James Early Life and Childhood: Where Is Lebrons Father Anthony McClelland Now? The Mavericks fell short 126111 and were eliminated in the First Round for the second consecutive season, despite leading the series 20. In a title-clinching win over Lazio, he erupted for 54 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists. [89] Before the 201819 season, ESPN considered him the favorite to win the NBA Rookie of the Year Award. We all know how Luka Doncic is pretty much like a Magic Johnson-type player in how he wants to get his teammates. [76] Also, Doni earned the ACB Best Young Player and MVP accolades after helping his team defeat Kirolbet Baskonia in the league finals. The Pacers, who rank 24th in the NBA in defensive rating, were the perfect remedy for Doncic. Credit: imgur.com. [203] On January 12, Doni recorded his 10th triple-double of the season with 35 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists playing a career-high 53 minutes in a 119115 double overtime win over the Los Angeles Lakers. [111] Doni was named Western Conference Rookie of the Month for January 2019. The numbers are decent and all but nowhere near Doncics standards. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. [5][6] His mother is Slovenian, and his father is a Slovenian of Serbian descent from Kosovo. Doncic has proven to be an incredibly versatile player, taking advantage of his wide wingspan to reach shots, grab rebounds, and play defense. In the first game, Doncic had a mere 19 points, three rebounds, and four assists. A senior NBA writer at Sportsmanor. [28] In May 2015, he also won the under-18 Next Generation Tournament, for which he was selected MVP after helping defeat defending champions Crvena zvezda Belgrade in the final. Kawhi Leonard has a wingspan of 7'3", the same as the Greek Freak, and a similar bracket of defensive powerhouse/offensive threat. Uno de los ltimos estudios poblacionales realizados en la regin fue en el ao 2010 y dicho informe determin que la ciudad contaba con un aproximado de 29-205 habitantes, lo que represent un incremento . He was 6-of-13 from the field and had seven turnovers. Luka Doncic is listed at 6'7 inches and weighs 230 pounds. Jahsay 5 yr. ago February 28, [144][145], On February 6, 2021, Doni matched his then-career-high 42 points while putting up 11 assists and seven rebounds in a 134132 win over the Golden State Warriors. Luka Doncic has a wingspan of 6'11.5. While hes known for his quick stepback, being able to reach up on a smaller defender and shoot uncontested is a big deal. [243] Given the false characterisation of his abilities and his subsequent success in the NBA, some speculate that prejudiced stereotyping might have had a role in his negative pre-draft evaluation. [53] Two days later, he won the award outright, posting 11 points, 5 rebounds, and 7 assists to lead Real Madrid to a EuroLeague Final Four berth. Who Is Jully Black, the Canadian Singer Who Performed at the NBA All-Star Game 2023? This is simply because of his slow playstyle that utilizes a lot more high basketball IQ and tricks as opposed to raw athleticism. [219] Also, it ended his 17-match winning streak from the senior national team debut back in 2017. Luka Doncic NBA 2K23 Nationality: Slovenia Team: Dallas Mavericks Archetype: Versatile Offensive Force Position: PG / SF Height: 6'7" (201cm) | Weight: 230lbs (104kg) Jersey: #77 Year (s) in the NBA: 5 Prior to NBA: Slovenia Ranks #2 out of 893 Current NBA Players Ranks #46 out of all NBA Players on 2K Compare Luka Doncic Badges 5 7 24 3 39 97 9:04 Step Back 3 After Giannis Switch On the first play of the run, Doncic managed to get his shot off using a step back despite Antetokounmpo aggressively engaging him to make a tight contest.. at least 35 points and 19 assists in a game (Oscar Robertson, 34+ points, 20+ rebounds, and 12+ assists in a game (. Luka Doncic is not someone a lot of people think of when someone brings up a large wingspan. He's just too good. Since joining the website he has put his vocabulary to good use and profited from it. [236] NBA and EuroLeague coach Ettore Messina called him "phenomenal, especially mentally" for his age. Doncic is a committed defender who gives good effort and plays with passion. [215], During the 2020 FIBA Men's Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Kaunas, Lithuania, Donic led Slovenia to its first-ever Olympic berth. The decision was made by the Real Madrid board of directors chaired by Florentino Prez. multiple 30-point triple-doubles in games with 30 minutes or fewer played. Every 6-foot-8, wingspan hero who averaged five points in college is the next Kawhi Leonard.Every versatile, athletic big is a jump shot away . [51] He scored a season-high 23 points on February 18, in the Spanish King's Cup versus Baskonia. If this were a younger Kawhi whose only job was to stop the best player of the opposing team, then he would be number one on this list. Join us for a March Madness Webinar on Tuesday, March 7 at 8pm ET. 35+ points, 15+ rebounds, and 15+ assists in a game (Oscar Robertson, Wilt Chamberlain. [41] In 12 EuroLeague games, he recorded 3.5 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 2 assists per game. [183][187] On November 2, in a 103100 victory against the Utah Jazz, Doni scored 33 points and became the first player since Wilt Chamberlain in 196263 to score at least 30 points in each of the first seven games of a season. With 39 points Tuesday, Doncic still hasn't had a stretch of three games without a 30-point performance. He stands a respectable 67, which allows him to match up well against a lot of smaller wings or guards. That then translates to more baskets, better shots, and generally better defense. [63] Doni led Real Madrid to a 7977 victory over defending EuroLeague champion Fenerbahe Dou on December 28, contributing 20 points, 10 assists, and 8 rebounds. [160] On February 3, Doni was named as a reserve for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. 4th quarter untimed. He was then traded to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for the draft rights to Trae Young and a protected future first-round pick in 2019. [231] Dallas Mavericks executive Donnie Nelson lauded his "point forward ability"[232] and sports website The Ringer labeled him a "legitimate point guard with the size of a small-ball power forward. Can set-up teammates off the dribble and also does a good job of keeping the ball moving and not over-dribbling the basketball. [5][11] He played various sports in his childhood, including football, which he later quit after growing too tall. [171][172] On March 29, Doni logged his 46th career triple-double with 34 points (25 points in the first half), 12 rebounds, and 12 assists in a 128110 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. He measured in at 6'7.5 in shoes, 218.2 lbs with a 6'11.75 wingspan. Still impressive, but not as long as Luka. Robert T. Howey {{ relativeTimeResolver(1630874192524) }} LIVE Doncic's wingspan also gives him the . [78][79], In November 2019, Doni was nominated to the EuroLeague 201020 All-Decade Team. He likened Donis stepback 3-pointers to James Harden, his passing ability to Larry Bird, and his court vision to LeBron James. His long arms are far from the only reason hes taking the NBA by storm, but they certainly play a key role. [57] On October 12, Doni scored a career-high 27 points in his first EuroLeague game of the season to help defeat Anadolu Efes. [247] Doni compared himself to Ben Simmons due to his versatility. With 39 points Tuesday, Doncic still hasn't had a stretch of three games without a 30-point performance. [141] On August 23, he became the youngest player in NBA postseason history with a 40-point triple-double, scoring 43 points in a 135133 overtime victory over the LA Clippers. [112] His eight triple-doubles ranked fourth on the season behind Russell Westbrook (34), Nikola Joki (12), and Ben Simmons (10), as well as tied with LeBron James. With a 6-foot-9 frame and a 7-foot-1 wingspan, Vanderbilt thrives in chaos, creating deflections, leaping for rebounds, and running in transition. record 10+ 30-point triple-doubles in the first two seasons of their career (Oscar Robertson). It was the most points scored by any player in EuroBasket history in the last 65 years. [222] For his play during the tournament, Doni was selected to the FIBA All-Star Five team, joining Patty Mills, Ricky Rubio, Kevin Durant, and Rudy Gobert as the five best players at the Games. A look at the stat sheet reveals how Doncic struggled to play his game. Still impressive, but not as long as Luka. After initial struggles, he produced a personal 110 run in the game's final minutes. Given that Doncic gave them a rough beating, some fans are asking: is there any player who can stop the Doncic onslaught? [224] On September 10, he scored 35 points while beating Belgium 8872 to advance to the quarter-finals. Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Basketball Reference Database. Doni also tied Dirk Nowitzki for the most 40+ point games in Mavericks playoff history with seven. CPA base. [102] He became the first teenager in NBA history with a 30-point triple-double and multiple triple-doubles. "[251] In August 2020, head coach Rick Carlisle compared Donis playmaking and court vision to Larry Bird and Jason Kidd. But its a very short list of just five players. 20 points, 15 rebounds, and 15 assists in a game. Hes not a run/jump athlete and his foot speed is average but his feel for the game and his ability to make plays cant be denied. [95] Doni was named NBA Rookie of the Month in the Western Conference for November 2018. Where to Buy Authentic NBA Jerseys Online? But if youre the Clippers, it would foolish not to let Leonard defend the opposing teams best player. [37] With the performance, he set a new ACB record for most points and the highest Performance Index Rating (PIR) in a game for players under age 17. For Doncic, his wingspan enables him to play in two distinct ways. [193] On November 29, Doni recorded his 51st career triple-double with 41 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists in a 116113 win over the reigning champions Golden State Warriors. [213] In the final, Slovenia won by a score of 9385 over Serbia. [282] In December 2019, it was announced that Doni had signed a multi-year endorsement deal with Air Jordan. [207], Doni was set to play at the Division B tournament of the 2014 FIBA Europe Under-16 Championship but was forced to withdraw from the tournament with a knee injury. average 21+ points, 7+ rebounds, and 6+ assists per game in a rookie season (. [121] Ten days later, in a 117110 win over the San Antonio Spurs, Doni recorded a then-career-high 42 points and his sixth triple-double of the season by adding 11 rebounds and 12 assists. Doni won MVP of the tournament by leading Slovenia to a 9685 victory over Lithuania while recording 31 points, 11 rebounds, and 13 assists in the final round. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. News: 1 day ago Doncic notched 26 points (10-22 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-4 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and one steal across 36 minutes during Sunday's 111-108 loss to the Lakers.. 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