Luka Doncic Is Way Better Than You Think

Luka Doncic has been sensational in the 2022 NBA playoffs, making history that puts him up with names like Michael Jordan. The Dallas Mavericks recently defeated the Phoenix Suns in upset fashion to clinch the Western Conference Finals, and Luka has had tons of highlights in the playoffs dating back to his battles against the Kawhi Leonard/Paul George Clippers team.
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[@TiagoJacinto1992]

“Everybody acting tuff when they up!” Classic Last Dance Jordan against hornets🤣

[@macysondheim]

Ok

[@dakpricemusic]

@@macysondheim ratio lol

[@slavko7898]

@@macysondheim oKaY

[@crocoman4895]

H ii;

[@damjanzbodulja1533]

TRUE

[@robotube7361]

That 24:04 moment when he bumps against the defensive player and then the defensive player goes with full strenght for a second bump to push him back he just rolls past him. That is genius that they dont teach in schools of basketball. That is something one comes up when he has the feel for the game. Little moments like these show on what level Luka is.

[@ddthis]

indeed.

[@deeki85]

great eye & you're absolutely right!

[@banimeclips10]

Bro send bridges to the desert with that bump and then to the Bay Area with the spin

[@matthieusaade3616]

we teach that to kids here in france

[@usf1250]

Dude knows he isn’t the most athletic dude on the court but always has everyone on their toes. He has so many elements of his game and combine that with his high game IQ..Bird is one the best comparisons their can be. But magic and his step back is a like Harden. Dude is a beast

[@ThePenitentSquirrel]

One of the biggest issues in Basketball commentary is that people take one extreme or another and then wage war with each other in mind numbing conflicts over essentially small nuances. That preamble out of the way I'm really happy for Doncic, he is playing really well on the big stage and it's entertaining to see the beginning of something that could be truly amazing. However, I would like to see Luka continue to evolve his game and really tighten up his offensive and defensive skill sets. Luka knows how to score and I would for him to learn how to win by steering the momentum of game and activating his teammates. I believe if he can bring his game to that level then there is no real telling how high he can rise.

[@tooforwon241]

Very well said! Luka has room for improvement, and the task may be too tall against the Warriors. But I was planning on making this video before Game 7 happened because there was, for a while now, this narrative that Doncic needed to prove himself in the playoffs even though he averaged over 30 points close to a triple double.

[@ThePenitentSquirrel]

@@tooforwon241 I honestly would love to see Doncic v. Tatum, the battle for the next generation in the NBA championships. I think GSW can run hot or cold depending on the game along with some pretty suspect defensive switching and if the rest of Mav's team plays like it's their time I think it's probable closer then most people think. Besides, I don't know very many people (outside of fans) thought the Mavericks would win the Suns series let alone put an exclamation point in the history books. To borrow a term from Chess, Luka might of had his Immortal Game (which is an a achievement in unparalleled skill).

[@astashasta1]

@@ThePenitentSquirrel Even in a loss to the warriors luka kidd and the mavs can learn a LOT from a warriors team that actually resembles their prime. Lukas gotta learn some off ball

[@respectedlocalgentleman7108]

@@ThePenitentSquirrel For a guy talking about people going to extremes, you're reading quite a lot into Dallas' defeat of the worst regular season champion in history. Phoenix is not a very strong team. Period. They skated to the finals last year due to Denver and GSW's injuries and the Lakers/Clippers rapid onset aging. The league is currently experiencing its least team-centric quality of play in at least 45 years. Luka still has to overcome a giant like GSW to warrant the levels of acclaim he is getting. Perhaps if he gets himself together quickly they can be for him what the Pistons were for Michael. That said, unlike most NBA fans, I've actually been watching Luka since he was 12. He has always been a bit on the lazy side and over reliant on his skills and intelligence. Unlike Jokic, who plays more of a legitimate playmaking role, Luka is actually not a great team player. He's far more James Harden at this point in his career than Larry Bird (an idiotic comparison if we account only for playing style). I have little doubt that he'll be the unanimous best player on earth with multiple MVPs within 5 years...if he gets his body up to speed with his brains and his balling.

[@aquarpioleonine3995]

I think Luka already DOES make his teammates better but he's not God so his team needs more talent as far as match-ups. GSW have how many HOF'ers at the moment? Maybe a handful, tbh. Current Mav's have 1 all-star so... do the math. The Mav's BLEW OUT Phoenix with 1 HOF. This nobody expected. Steven A Smith APOLOGIZED to the entire Mav's staff over it. GSW, when healthy, are GOAT TEAM so Luka losing to them... listen... this is the last flash of the GSW at the top. They had their time and SHOULD win this 2022 Title! BUT TILT!

[@weegeemike]

I've been a huge Luka fan since his first year in the NBA...when he came into the league I had no idea who he was but even from early on I knew he was going to be special the way he can score the ball in so many different ways and how successful and dominant he has been at a young age....I mean the kid is 23 all he is going to do is get better and better. Glad people are giving him his due I always knew he was going to be a great player....if he can stay in shape and stay healthy and get a few more pieces around him I can see the Mavs becoming a dynasty with Luka at the helm...he needs a true #2 that can take some pressure off of him and I don't think the Mavs have that at this point but they are 1 solid free agent move away from being really special and dominating the league for years to come. ---from a lifelong Laker fan

[@tooforwon241]

I'm glad to see more people respecting Luka too! I think as far as him needing a true #2 option, it would definitely help. But I remember being told that we needed another star to play with Kawhi back when my Raptors were competing in the ECF. The Mavs could win it all right now with this current roster and people will look back fondly as the '22 Mavs like we do the '19 Raptors.

[@theokingshango]

now imagine us from the balkans who knew his game totally reveling in all of this

[@tooforwon241]

@@theokingshango That must feel so satisfying & validating seeing his success in the NBA. I hope he gets a title at some point

[@macysondheim]

Ok

[@EduSanjuan777]

@@theokingshango You guys in the balkans were watching Real Madrid games? From Serbia? I doubt it

[@BonsuTheTiger]

well I don’t know why bro but your videos just feel like a casual conversation and I love it

[@tooforwon241]

That's the vibe I wanted to have in my videos. Thanks for pointing it out!

[@antisocial_butterfly820]

Yes so true love the vibes

[@BonsuTheTiger]

@@tooforwon241 I actually really like this in your second channel and I’m not the first one to point that out but this channel feels more like you’re very inviting and trying to get a conversation with your friends

[@tooforwon241]

@@BonsuTheTiger Yes! I don't want to portray myself as a expert on the game simply because I know so little. But I can talk about NBA basketball with anyone all day long & I see myself on the same level as everyone else watching these games.

[@NjDevilArmy973]

And a movie and podcast all in one. This channel will have 1 million subs one day no doubt. I watch alot of KZbin you have something here man. Keep going and expand the content

[@williamweiss6128]

Luka's just having fun. Something these other players have forgotten.

[@Qichar]

I love this analysis, you're spot on about Luka. But what I love about Luka having been a huge fan of Kobe back in the day is Luka's CONSISTENCY. Kobe had this stubborn tendency to hog the ball and keep shooting, which worked some times but just as often tanked the Laker's chances because it would sap the life out of his team. Luka on the other hand, consistently makes great decisions and seems to be completely unflappable mentally. Yes, he can get injured. Yes, you can tire him out. But you can't get inside his head and you can't get him to abandon his game. It's crazy how dangerous Luka is just because Luka seems to assume he's going to dominate every night.

[@diegochavez679]

My fav players of all time Kobe Luka Ingram rose

[@rockysalvatore435]

@@diegochavez679 lol you're Mexican. Those last 2 prove it

[@timometsanoja9666]

Yea, Luka is going for that GOAT status. He is just that good and he has the game and the killer mentality to back it up. He was the MVP of the second toughest league in the world before ever setting foot on the NBA hardwood. And he is still young, he has plenty of space still left to grow and it will be very interesting to see where this journey takes him and entire sport! Yes, he is that kind of a player who will take the sport forward into the future. Much like the past great players have done. Though he is not of the Jordan breed, aka just physically on another level than his competition. I think the analysts have just hung their hat on "he's not a top tier player" are just hanging onto their guns. Because if you know anything about Basketball, you know this shit is special and a Legend is being witnessed.

[@t_fitzo9726]

Facts bru. In my opinion he and Giannis are easily the best players in the League

[@gaspi91]

I am not a betting man but if Luka manages to get to NBA finals, I would not bet against him. We in Slovenia are so happy that we get to enjoy his game, gonna be a bit akward playing with my GSW Jersey though. Great content.

[@tooforwon241]

Wow a Slovenian Warriors fan! Damn that's a tough spot to be in. Also thank you for the support on both my channels lately

[@gaspi91]

@@tooforwon241 hah thank you for great content, subscribing, liking and occasional comment is the least I can do.

[@svenguinee1072]

I remember that in his 1st NBA season many people were saying that he's a kid who won't be able to perform under pressure. Meanwhile in Europe, every fan knows that the fan atmosphere in the Euroleague is a lot more intense than it is in the NBA. For Luca the NBA was a downgrade when it came to game pressure and fan atmosphere.

[@domenicosantarsiero935]

As an european basketball fan i can say we europeans all knew he was going to become this

[@Acradus]

Also, I remember watching Both those series against the clippers, and those are what sold me on Luka. I’d place Luka up at top 6 right now (no order: steph, kd, giannis, luka, lebron, jokic) Im sad AD isnt on the list anymore, and Luka could even make healthy AD look like Pelicans AD again, taking GSW the distance in a playoff series

[@bigred9991]

AD would be an all-time great if he didn't get hurt every other year and miss large chunks of the season if he didn't miss it all. It's sad to see that.

[@Acradus]

@@bigred9991 2 more weeks in the playoffs and i must say, luka is top 5 now, perhaps even top 4, but joker is now in the 6 slot, tatum is coming up onto the top 10, and I’m excited for AD again based on the lakers new staff decisions

[@bigred9991]

@@Acradus the Lakers should have hired J. Kidd when they had the chance. Even Lebron was lobbying for them to sign him. What he did with the Mavs in his first year was nothing short of incredible. He took a team that was one of the worst defensive teams in the league the last few years and made them a top 10 that is sans their best rim protector in KP. Imagine what he could have done with Lebron and an healthy AD.

[@Acradus]

@@bigred9991 since i like Luka as well im happy Kidd ended up there instead of LA lol, but maybe he could have done similar to the lakers but we of course may never know

[@drazenfx]

I agree but Steph and Lebron are much older

[@saiwaqa2573]

Both seasons the clippers were also the FAVOURITES to win the title. This video is excellent and should be referred to so people don't forget. Nice job. Since it wasn't in the video ill add it here. Luka out-scored booker, out-assisted cp3 out-rebounded DA and out-stole Bridges for the entire series!!!

[@Bob-fj7lr]

If you're watching this, got watch his whole playoffs this year. His footwork is god-tier. John Salley compared it to a mix of Larry Bird and Kevin McHale.

[@shyba2011]

John salley just loves to hear himself talk...

[@-ASTROMAGIC]

The thing I love most about watching Luka is how easy it is for him. It seems like he's barely trying most of the time, and plays with such an insane amount of confidence. At the age of 23 he's lead his team to the Western Conference finals and he has a solid shot to go to the finals. Hakeem and Kobe are 2 of my favorite players but I didn't get to watch Keem's prime or much of Kobe's. We're watching history in the making with Luka.

[@tooforwon241]

Exactly! He makes it look so easy. He can play at whatever pace he wants, he could go and get his shots wherever he wants. And he has fun dominating too! I can't wait to see this upcoming matchup against the Warriors

[@lucrussell9363]

I feel like I don’t see enough other people claiming the dream as one of their favorites, so I just wanna give you love

[@-ASTROMAGIC]

@@lucrussell9363 I really appreciate that fam. My family is Nigerian so naturally when I got introduced to basketball my family would always watch clips of the Dream from time to time :D

[@hayorge27]

I saw Hakeem and Kobe in their prime (48), neither had that look of ease. Only MJ

[@zigajanezic6380]

Luka is good. But he needs to become better 3p shooter to be great in his position (or lets say more consistent - taking hard shots is not an excuse). At 23 and a few playoff games is no time to be in same picture as MJ. What I’m saying goes along with “be confident, don’t become complacent” - I simply hope he will come close to Mamba mentality that’s all and then we will talk about greatness. Trust me is all love for Luka. Can’t hate on a homeboy. Cheers from Slovenia.

[@AnodyneHipsterInfluencer]

Imagine thinking James Harden is better than Luka Doncic.

[@jumbo9386]

Dumbest shit I've ever heard

[@chadickusvonmaximus4067]

Current: luka Peak: harden All Time: harden

[@rockysalvatore435]

@@chadickusvonmaximus4067 I'm not taking a side here but harden in his peak was objectively far better than Curry. Ppl hate bc they don't like how innovative he was. He changed the game and everybody copied his 0 step, step back, foul drawing Curry didn't change the game anywhere near harden but media controls history

[@joman605]

@@chadickusvonmaximus4067 The biggest difference between Harden and Luka is that Luka grows in clutch situations, while Harden get worse. Also I think Luka is the better play maker, but that's a point of taste, I guess.

[@statha3624]

@@rockysalvatore435 The fact that you compare Harden to Curry is an insult. Curry is so much better and it's not even close, he brought the 3 point era to the nba. It's like comparing Kevin Durant and MJ

[@JSalonsky]

I was a massive Heat fan and Goran Dragic was my favorite player, I happened to watch him play for Slovenia, I can’t remember if it was in the olympics or what it was but as good as Goran was everyone talked about Luka Doncic who was a baby faced 17 year old and 3x as good as everyone else

[@sasovarga2055]

Slovenia won the European championship with Goran as a captain, and young Luka beeing arguably the best player of the turnament...kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJDFhnh3lsaFapI kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXLFmndpeaaqlck and the funny part is, that Luka played against Boban...and beat him...now they are great friends, together on the mavs team:)

[@und3rcut535]

it was EuroBasket Dragiç was the MVP but the writing was on the wall that 17 year old was going to become one of the best all time.

[@fredtowns78]

If Luca stays healthy and Dallas gives him quality players to play with he will get 6 rings or more and be the best all around and clutch player ever!!! Im 74 but im telling you the man is a natural BB Star!!!!

[@Cummer24]

Ngl I mistook your channel as one of the guests on Dom2ks podcast, but your videos are dope. You do a great job at giving the full context to important/interesting events in the nba. I like how you acknowledge narratives without actually falling into them and I feel like your takes are spot on. Dope channel keep it up man

[@tooforwon241]

Lol I wish. Not as smart as most NBA KZbin channels to be featured on Dom2k's podcasts. I think of myself like a cultural historian in the context of covering the NBA. Thanks for the love! It really helps

[@justnahayo8490]

Yessir 🔥❤️

[@alexjames4770]

Bro just had the first 60-20-10 game ever

[@ahac2128]

The true 2022/23 MVP

[@pedritonavaja5596]

Thanks for putting this video together. Loved every minute of it

[@serbonkers4130]

Tjey throwin the term "generational talent" a lot these days. Now luka right here he is legit once in a generation.

[@EduSanjuan777]

Whenever Shaq says a player is better than Luka usually that player career derails... Happened with Harden, Westbrook and Dame already

[@AwakenedAvocado]

Westbrick is best better than Michael Jordan

[@DB1OCK54]

This on anyone else recommended after that 60 tripdub?

[@mr_bliss1807]

Scary to think what his numbers could be next season If he starts the season in shape and does have 2 months almost due to injury and covid

[@mtaufiqmansyur3043]

SPOILERT ALERT: He is become the second after Wilt to Average 30+ Points in the first 8 games

[@lmchankins]

With guys like doncic, jokic, antentekoumpo dominating the league, you can see the difference in how European players are developed v how American players are developed. American players need to focus on developing their basketball skills and IQ instead of solely relying on uber athleticism and social media clout

[@lmchankins]

I think once it's all said and done Luka goes down as the Euro-Jordan 🐐

[@respectedlocalgentleman7108]

@@lmchankins Mickael Pietrus will always be "Euro Jordan". Before your time, kid ;)

[@respectedlocalgentleman7108]

@@lmchankins American players can't develop basic basketball skills and IQ because American sports have been turned into circus freak shows intended to sell jerseys, shoes, etc...if American players played intelligently they would become "boring", like Jokic and, to a lesser extent, Giannis. Luka's sexy right now because he's a score first guy, but the general basketball intelligence superiority of European players offends the sales, marketing, and PR people who actually run American sports.

[@pewpew9193]

Giannis is more like an American player. He isn't very skilled, but he is a freak.

[@Arieal.]

he’s so young to be this good

[@innosanto]

He is experienced.

[@SloboTV]

Oh but people who follow EuroLeague and are fans of Real Madrid already knew this kid is destined to challenge Jordan for all time great

[@daddyvatilifa838]

I've been following Luka since his euro MVP win. When he declared for the draft, my friend said the future goat has just joined the nba. After seeing him, knowing his mentality towards the game...I really do believe Luka will be the best to have done it when it's all said and done.

[@diegochavez679]

Yup I'm a pels fan but Luka will be top 5 of all time I Also think Ingram will be a beast soon because of his humbleness leadership and love of the game .

[@rogerdodger9192]

Great Vid man. You earned a new sub!

[@RyanDepauloDegenerateGambler]

I was at that game 7 suns mavs randomly and it was so fun to watch him for the first time ever amazing

[@vladtheimpaler7375]

Michael went 3rd too. A Center went at 1 and a bust at number 2.

[@page8301]

I would not call Sam Bowie a bust. Just bad luck with injuries but he had a few decent years despite that.

[@deeki85]

@@page8301 i think he's meaning bagley with the bust, and ayton as centre no1...

[@josepolanco6473]

I even go as far to say that Luka in the next few years will take over the league. If he stays fit than there’s no way I don’t see him be the face of the league.

[@matiasnigrum1348]

...great content buddy....l love Luka....made the 3. Year in a row all NBA first team..CRAZY....BTW I'm your new subscriber....all the best from Portorose (Slovenija)

[@tooforwon241]

Oh wow I'm so glad my videos attract people from all over. Luka is making you guys proud that's for sure. A NBA Legend already at 23! Thank you for the support

[@chiefjeef9267]

Your videos are great bro, keep it going.

[@tooforwon241]

Thanks, will do! I love doing these videos as often as I can

[@DS-pk4eh]

Next season, to get to the finals, you will have also Denver Nuggets with a finally healthy team. With all other contenders still being legit. Next season will be even tougher. But that is what we love. To be honest, I hope Nuggets can finally win the ring, mostly because of Nikola Jokic, but I know, Luka will have his rings too. Yes, rings.

[@IYPITWL]

9:00 doncic got traded 3rd pick for 5th pick and... Same team that scouted doncic was first to scout giannis. They got in trouble for tanking to get him too. Genius

[@infini_ryu9461]

Luka stepping up his trash talking game, too. Could be a Larry in the making and peoples are pissed.

[@hoover9390]

please keep these great contents going, they are so enjoyable

[@tooforwon241]

Thank you! That's the plan. I love making these videos

[@eladroma17]

I love your video man!

[@JSUTrumpet]

Luka is a great offensive talent. What’s holding him back is his defense.

[@LarrySwishamane]

Not as much as his own durability & conditioning. Now, hear me out, I’m not blind and stupid, iRecognize his numbers & performances today, I now he’s leading the league is ppg & usage rate. iKnow it’s the optical proclamation that’s he’s in pretty shape. For now. But, he gotta go mamba! He gotta bronBron! That’s the only thing that will sustain his dominance. Because his talent REQUIRES it. Why? Because Doncic is the person we all thought Zion was going to be! And uSee how that’s turned out so far.

[@edgarmorke1830]

great video

[@andersiversen230]

7:20 I wouldn't agree with shaq not liking players from Europe. Just look at the things hes been saying about Giannis.

[@joelhartley5108]

Love this content

[@sanzo21]

Another great video. This channel is as underrated as Luka when Shaq is talking about him

[@kotryna-angelebartusevicie8448]

Luka geriau sias jis visada toks bus

[@kotryna-angelebartusevicie8448]

Krepšinis be Luko būtų ne įdomus

[@Acradus]

Honestly? Luka could win a ring with Kyrie as his second. He needs a second dominant guy to kick to when they trap him or to break the zone D that nullifies the support. (This means kyrie or another Iso type player: Tatum, Brown, KD, Steph) but his play style will never let those players join him happily, unless they sacrifice like Dwade did for Bron in Miami

[@Bleckyyyy]

Thats actually a really goot take. Thumbs up

[@cappy2282]

lol Skip setting himself up to be the guy who's never impressed with Luka

[@Jonny7082]

Great Video keep it up

[@tooforwon241]

For sure! I'm more motivated than ever to keep these uploads going

[@mal7214]

Your content is top tier, 416 💯

[@tooforwon241]

Lol are you from Toronto, or is that a play on my channel name?

[@VelhaGuardaTricolor]

Luka is the best player the NBA has ever seen. He will never get credit for it. He doesn't need to be as explosive as Jordan or Lebron nor as flashy as some others. HE HAS BRAINS and can do absolutely everything. He is technically the best player the NBA has ever had. A true genius! A true master! Lebron was my favorite player until Luka came along. There is no comparison. He can shoot, drible, pass, fake, hit 3s from anywhere, drive, defend, FT, ... and he is thinking the game too. So maybe Lebron because of what he done against the 73-9 Warriors in that final, but other than LBJ I think Luka is absolutely in a class of his own. LEBRON LUKA PIPPEN and KAWHI JOKIC This team would never lose. Maybe to a: MJ, CURRY, KD, BARKLEY and KAREEM team , but it would be close. Or a: Dr.J, Stockton, Karl Malone, Kobe and Reggie Miller team. or even a: Drexler, Wilt, IT, Billups, Antetokoumpo or Iverson, Oscar Robinson, Moses Malone, Jerry West and Hakeem Olajuwon or Magic, Duncan, Garnett, Havlicek and Bird Hard to tell. 😊

[@froyocrew]

Jokic too

[@costylezz]

The Mavs definitely overachieved this year. I am curious to see what kind of free agent role players they can attract

[@tooforwon241]

Agreed! They show a lot of promise & I'm sure a lot of good players see that

[@Smido83]

They just traded a bag of chips and a late 1st to get a true upgrade on the biggest wheak point... a big! Wood will fit perfectly next to Luka. And the Free Agency hasnt even started.

[@uberrobi]

@@Smido83 and mcgee on the 5 will enable kleber to stretch on the 4 while also giving us two great paint defenders.

[@Fernandolunatoro1]

"They can't keep Opi from the hoop!" "Who's Opi?" Fkng hilarious!

[@awakenedbahamut2574]

24:13 the way the ball boinked Luka's head is hilarious

[@fakinlunatik3553]

man hes been getting respect from day one by everyone except certain media guys and a few trolls here and a load of media coverage...for a reason tho🔥

[@MoeketsiThebe-fe2bh]

This is the basketball I grew up on. I watched a lot of Euroleague. Beautiful basketball.

[@page8301]

I love it when people try to bash Luka on efficiency when Bird had several series where his offensive production stank, including his first title where he shot 14 ppg on bad efficiency and Maxwell got FMvP over Bird.

[@respectedlocalgentleman7108]

I don't bash Luka at all. The boy is well on his way to being the best player of his generation, but anyone comparing him to Bird clearly never saw Bird play at his peak. The NBA in the 80s was a war zone. The NBA today is a series of scrimmages where they keep score. Luka has a long way to go before being comparable to Bird, but he's definitely in Nowitzki territory already, which is not bad at all.

[@page8301]

@@respectedlocalgentleman7108 The 80s was an era with high pace and mediocre defense. Fouls is not a good measure of good defense. It also does not change that Bird had multiple series where his offensive production was bad to terrible. It is fine to puta great player on a pedastal. What is not fine is putting on the rose tinted glasses and pretend that the guy had no flaws and never played badly.

[@respectedlocalgentleman7108]

@@page8301 "Mediocre defense" go ahead and quantify how an era with hand-checking and legal choke slams was "mediocre". Children and the internet.

[@page8301]

@@respectedlocalgentleman7108 It was primitive and relied on fouls to a high degree. The only child here is you who takes opposing opinions as a personal insult. Grow up kiddo.

[@al_alemania]

Yup been a luka fan since he first joined the league

[@acidmardigras6235]

Luka is top 3 in the league NOW. You can tell if someone has major insecurities if they disagree with this sentence. He's got Jaden by him now. Best backcourt in the NBA. Dimwiddie and Timmie J behind them off bench ? Boom!

[@kgar5String]

No he isn't

[@Jazz-mj5tx]

If Luka retires today, he would be in the HOF

[@griff9077]

Hardens career is not comparable to Lukas in my opinion. When James was getting 6th man's, Luka was already getting built around as "the guy". Harden hit his stride in what will be remembered as a bad era of basketball in my opinion, mainly because of the rampant foul baiting from even unskilled players.

[@froyocrew]

and every stepback 3 from harden is a travel too

[@markocurcic6314]

Same stuff as with Jokic, white, European, non "athletic", etc. And all the people saying those things just miss the point: these guys can ball!

[@kgar5String]

One thing that can't do (Defense)

[@arturasmarma525]

Shaq loves the Greek Freak.

[@hahayessir400]

Luka is worth 2 superstars on the court

[@kgar5String]

If that was the case he should not lost to the Warriors.

[@uberrobi]

@@kgar5String the dubs used the mavs most obvious weakness, pressure in the paint. We all knew there were pieces still missing. And it was also their first year with jkid as a coach.

[@kgar5String]

@@uberrobi "I think defense has got to be way better for me," said Doncic, who was frequently targeted by playoff opponents. "Honestly, I think I made a huge step this year defensively, but there's so much room for improvement. I've got to be way better there. I think that's one spot that can take us to the next level."

[@kgar5String]

@@uberrobi If you keep your opponent in front of you, you don't need rim protection, Golden State did not have a rim protector.

[@meekmeads]

He now has something in common with MJ. They have both destroyed a cocky, arrogant Phoenix Suns team.

[@DeeDoubleuPee]

I reckon if Luka were black and not European, people would show him more respect in basketball. He's like the white rapper making "better" rap music but ain't nobody tryina hear it rn. Dude is a young GOAT!

[@checkrunna1974]

He's got to win a championship to be a All time great but he's right there

[@yoshamell]

I was watchin Highlights last month & seen 1 mav game & was like, Yo, who tf is white boi...?? HE NICE!! a few days later, i'm tryna get me & my son to a mav's vs bk game.. a week later he one of my fav. players of all time & my list is KRAZY... #A.I & beyond!!.. 🤣💯

[@SeeThomasHowl]

"What's going on here!?" Answer: Racism.

[@TheUsername450]

If I had a dollar for every time Stephen A Smith said “I did not see this coming” lmao

[@theokingshango]

HOW can you have billions and go cheap on Luka support???

[@popselias]

Imagine how good Luca could be if in Stephen Curry shape 😳

[@commiebanlist6798]

Before Luka got picked in the draft. I told my teammates that he is going to be the best player in the draft and do amazing things. Oh how they laughed.

[@dirk143]

Right timing. Everybody raised to be jordan, lebron or defend against them. Here is the antidote.

[@SeanCarterCFH]

Ironically that season he DID statistically beat every other pg in every stat except ppg. If I'm not mistaken 🤔🤗

[@idonttext9783]

i remember watching the draft watching his recruit video thinking like what the heck am i watching this euro guy hiting amazing shots

[@toytmakz]

I think his dangerous as a opponent since he just not only know how to score but play a top tier playmaker.

[@oslo8055]

The Shaq look salty😂😂😂

[@willhickman5251]

I’m a thunder fan from OK, majority of my friends are from Dallas. I live in fear of Chet going there to play with luka in 5-7 years lol

[@tashrif46]

Luka is what Larry Bird would look like if Larry was born in the late 90s. And if Luka accomolishes half of waht Larry did, one hell of a player

[@innosanto]

Bird is different player but also in a dofferent game.

[@highandfried]

Luka playing in the NBA like its MyCareer in Rookie

[@OGWasabaki]

This year before the suns series I made a nickname for Luka Doncic. I told my older brother Daddy Doncic going to carry this series because I knew how Luka was able to destroy the clippers and take them to the 7 he will able to beat cp3 and booker. Him Giannis and Curry top 3

[@ZackZ-mg9uq]

I keep saying him and Jokic make a Superteam. Just surround them with decent perimeter 3 and D guys with a shotblocker and it will be the best ball we ever seen

[@ragipkadric6646]

MJ is the greatest player of all times but I doubt it he will be when Luka finishes his career We will see

[@sebaj8386]

Do y’all think luka would win a ring this year with a shaq (basically Giannis)type player.. I think so

[@kgar5String]

I can win with that kind of teammates.

[@uberrobi]

Luka a monster on point with an athletic monster on center/forward would be entertaining for sure, since luka can create some good alley oops with his passing and gravity, the athletic freak can easily win most of his 1v1s

[@kgar5String]

@@uberrobi He is a great, just stop saying he is he will be better than Jordan, just wait and see.

[@dumbassdude8372]

Offensively he's already a bit better than kobe but the defense is like heaven and earth difference

[@asdflkj6680]

Shaq during the bubble: «James harden or him?» two years later; can’t even compare him to playoffs james harden anymore 🤷‍♂️

[@davidjohnson8655]

"Is it James or him? Add Dame in there" Oh Shaq....

[@raylott9806]

Not that Trae Young has done anything not to be a great player, but makes you wonder how Atlanta fans feel today about that trade. Really beneficial for both teams, and hindsight is 20/20. Knowing today would you still make that deal?

[@davidprice6902]

Trae Young will be a star in the NBA for many years.

[@dk6173]

@@davidprice6902 But will he be as dominant as Luka? I'm not bashing Young it's just facts.

[@mausousap]

crazy how the guy is literally making history, and people are still like, nah he aint special, prolly in 5 years everybody gonna act like they werent saying what they are on tape saying

[@AwakenedAvocado]

I only picked 2 guys in last 8 years or so that are special and the other one was d.rose but the injuries were so cruel to d.rose and it sucked. Luka is that guy and hopefully injuries dont stop his career.

[@LL-iy7bg]

Yes,yes,Luka is the man😎

[@jaycobjackson1733]

man when we drafted luka i was so happy i nearly god damn cried

[@sarmavlada]

Shaq comment aged well Did you see before 60 points in one game :)

[@Ckevin15]

The reason Luka is gonna keep hitting the wall against Kawhi led team or Warriors is his conditioning and consistency in the 4th qt in playoff series. Now I personally knew Luka was gonna cake walk this playoff run because there was no one to truly guard him outside of the warriors. That’s how great he is. Only two systems, maybe 3-4 players in the conference that can deter him from proceeding out of a series.

[@someshnarayan7368]

He is only 23 and carried a team to the West finals. Only lebron has done more cut him some slack my man

[@Ckevin15]

@@someshnarayan7368 that’s cool, he has time to put in the correction. It’s still something he is gonna have to deal with unless he waits til the Warriors or Clippers completely die off, during the his opportunity to dominate. Anything other than that he would have to have the superior team in all of these matchups. The West is still debatably the stronger conference, but the East isn’t the same East from a decade ago. So he would still need to have good-great conditioning, since the game comes so easy to him, and consistency in the 4th when he’s facing on par/better teams.

[@someshnarayan7368]

@@Ckevin15 I agree and he has my man look at his recent pictures from his Slovenia v Italy game in the euros man looks in great shape even with muscle definition. He gonna come out beasting this season

[@dk6173]

Dude you are so far off it's ridiculous. He's had role players and an injury prone Porzingis as help. All the champions have a one two punch. Dirk managed to do it in 2011 with an incredibly strong former all stars cast. Give Luka a strong #2 and watch what happens.

[@bayouox]

Love Luka as best/favorite player in NBA right now, but.....I ain't going to go Kobe or MJ....ever!

[@aaronsmith4806]

If people don’t realize how amazing luka is then that’s on them. I wish he’d stop saying everyone was a P***y on the court though lol. Got a potty mouth

[@CJ_YT.]

luka plays like he's just replaced a broken controller lol

[@migsnaidas4107]

This kid is light years ahead than his peers.

[@wyattfriend7360]

I remember arguing with some people saying Trae and Ja were better than luka. I wonder if they still think that. I remember him specifically arguing trae

[@predragjovic5123]

Luka is object of guy that invented and incorporated that STAPBACK EKSTRA. He could not do 50 proc of his game without it. He is talented very very mouch.

[@vitaminA_1]

Shaq has 4 rings. He’s not hopping on the bandwagon until Luka wins a few rings.