At the age of 25, Luka Doncic may already have a Hall of Fame career.
He’s building an incredible resume and is headed to become one of the best NBA players of all time.
Doncic’s role in some of the greatest NBA moments—such as his game-winning shot off a rebound during a comeback against New York—won’t be forgotten by Mavericks supporters. Or when, six years ago on draft night, he scored 73 points against the Atlanta Hawks, the franchise that had traded him.
ESPN recently recognized him as one of the finest players of the century.
ESPN has listed Luka Doncic among the Top 25 players of the twenty-first century.
In a recent ESPN ranking of the greatest players of the twenty-first century, Doncic was ranked No. 25.
Ever since his debut in the league, Doncic’s potential has been recognized by both sports media analysts and fans.
Doncic’s near-solo performance in leading his club to a victory over the Houston Rockets was his first memorable moment. Big guy Clint Capela has an awkward time as a result of Doncic’s deadly step-back jumper.
Since then, the same player has won Rookie of the Year, been selected five times to the All-NBA First Team, and won the NBA scoring title just this past season.
Years ago, Doncic was referred to as LeBron James’ “favorite player” by James, who happens to be the top player on this list.
Mark Jackson, a former NBA coach and analyst, described Doncic as the “ultimate synthesis of Magic Johnson and Larry Bird.”
Dirk Nowitzki, another legend of the Mavericks, broke through at number ten. Doncic is already regarded by many sports commentators as the best player in team history. Doncic was hailed by Nowitzki as the greatest Maverick player of all time. Jason Kidd, the head coach of the Mavericks, called Doncic’s game before Nowitzki. High fives from Maverick legends.
Even current players, such as Paul George, are observing Doncic’s performance and hailing him as the best to have ever done it.
These are only a few instances where Doncic’s ceiling hasn’t even reached its maximum level yet. One day, he will be formally recognized as one of the greatest players to have ever stepped onto a basketball court if Dallas wins a title.