Luka Doncic, the Los Angeles Lakers star, announced the birth of his second daughter, Olivia, on Instagram Saturday morning. The news came after Doncic missed the team’s last two games for personal reasons.
Sources confirmed that Doncic had traveled back to Ljubljana, Slovenia, to be with his fiancée, Anamaria Goltes, for the delivery. The couple already shares a two-year-old daughter named Gabriela.
Lakers head coach JJ Redick said before Friday’s game against the Boston Celtics that Doncic might return to the team as early as Sunday for their matchup in Philadelphia. The Lakers went 1-1 during Doncic’s absence, taking a break on Saturday after consecutive games in Toronto and Boston.
Doncic, 26, currently leads the NBA in scoring with a career-high average of 35.3 points per game. He also ranks fourth in assists per game at 8.9 and is among the top 20 in rebounds and steals.
The Lakers have made a strong start to the season with a 16-6 record, holding the third spot in the Western Conference standings. Doncic’s presence is seen as vital to maintaining the team’s performance and playoff aspirations.
Key Details About Luka Doncic’s Recent Status:
- Personal leave taken for birth of second daughter Olivia
- Returned to hometown Ljubljana, Slovenia, for delivery support
- Possible return to Lakers lineup Sunday against the Philadelphia 76ers
Doncic’s ability to balance family milestones while maintaining elite-level performance highlights his resilience both on and off the court. Fans and analysts remain eager to see his impact as the Lakers push further into the season.
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