Aug 2, 2025; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka attends a press conference for guard Luka Doncic (77) announcing the signing of a 3-year, $165 million contract extension at UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images | Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach Greg St. Jean believes Luka Doncic's improved fitness is still a work in progress.

Luka Doncic was visibly frustrated with himself after the Lakers star missed a rebound opportunity in EuroBasket against Great Britain.

The Basketball Federation of Slovenia also made an announcement about Doncic's status on Sunday, confirming that the Lakers guard is not injured. He is expected to join the team as they prepare for another friendly, this time against Great Britain.

"Their native citizens hold them accountable" - Stephen A. supports Luka's decision to represent Slovenia despite knee injury originally appeared on Basketball Network.

According to ESPN’s Tim McMahon, Luka Doncic consistently highlights the Lakers' leadership in a calculated way.

Slovenia are still waiting for their first win in the build-up to EuroBasket 2025 after falling short against Latvia. Slovenia seemed on course for victory with a 13-point lead in the first quarter, but Latvia fought back and completed the turnaround,

Luka Doncic Set to Miss Time for Big Commitment Outside the NBA originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Slovenia superstar Luka Doncic will miss his second consecutive tune-up game as the national team prepares for EuroBasket. Doncic, 26, will sit out Friday’s friendly against Lithuania after playing in the opener on Aug. 8.