BREAKING: Luka Doncic has just announced the birth of his second daughter, Olivia, via an Instagram post this morning. The 26-year-old NBA superstar and his fiancée, Anamaria Goltes, welcomed their new addition in Ljubljana, Slovenia, where Doncic has been for the past few days, missing the Los Angeles Lakers’ last two games due to “personal reasons.”
Doncic, who is leading the league with an impressive average of 35.3 points per game, previously took time away from the Lakers to support Goltes during the delivery. The family also has a two-year-old daughter, Gabriela. Sources close to the team inform ESPN that Doncic may rejoin the Lakers as soon as Sunday when they face the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Lakers have managed a 1-1 record during Doncic’s absence, suffering a 126-105 loss against the Boston Celtics on Friday. Lakers coach JJ Redick hinted at Doncic’s potential return, stating that the team looks forward to his comeback in the upcoming match.
This season, Doncic has not only excelled in scoring but also ranks fourth in assists with 8.9 per game, 19th in rebounds averaging 8.9, and 11th in steals with 1.6 per game. The Lakers currently hold a 16-6 record, standing at third in the Western Conference, demonstrating the team’s strength even in Doncic’s absence.
As fans eagerly anticipate Doncic’s return to the court, the news of Olivia’s birth adds a heartwarming touch to an already exciting season. Stay tuned for more updates as the Lakers prepare for their next game and the proud father readies to juggle his responsibilities on and off the court.
