Is Luka Doncic Playing Today? Where to Watch Slovenia vs France EuroBasket 2025 Game in USA

The FIBA EuroBasket tournament is already throwing up surprises, and Slovenia felt it right from the start. In their opener against Poland, Luka Doncic’s effort went in vain as they walked off with a loss. That game ended 105-95 for Poland, with new citizen Jordan Loyd hitting seven threes and dropping 32 points. Doncic’s 34 points and nine assists could not mask Slovenia’s flaws. And in a league where the number of games is fewer, Slovenia cannot afford another defeat in Group D.

At 0-1, they risk falling behind in the standings early, and their next opponent is not an easy one. France is coming off a 92-64 win over Belgium, where 12 different players scored. Now, the Slovenian team faces a must-win situation against that French squad, and the question on everyone’s mind is, if their star Luka Doncic suiting up against France-

Will Luka Doncic play tonight against France?

Yes, Luka Doncic is cleared to play. Slovenia confirmed their star is suiting up, though he suffered a right knee contusion during a warm-up game against Latvia earlier this month. That scare had fans and the Lakers front office nervous, especially since he had just signed a three-year, 165 million extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. But Doncic was back in action within days and looked sharp against Poland, proving the injury was minor.

In that Poland game, Doncic became the first player in EuroBasket history to record 34 points with 5 assists, and 5 steals in a single EuroBasket game since at least 1995. He shot 7-of-14 from the field and an incredible 17-of-18 from the line. The numbers show he was locked in, but his supporting cast could not answer Poland’s defense. The absence of veterans like Vlatko Cancar, Josh Nebo, Jaka Blazic, and Zoran Dragic has left this Slovenian roster thin, and Doncic’s workload has never looked heavier.

Breaking down Slovenia’s opener

Doncic’s 34 points were the headline, but there was more to the story. His nine assists came mostly off kick-outs when Poland sent double and triple teams at him. The problem was that his teammates could not convert enough shots. Edo Muric and G. Hrovat were the only other Slovenians in double figures with 17 and 15 points, respectively. Everyone else looked over-matched, missing open looks and failing to slow Poland’s shooters, who had 4 players hitting double digits.

The Polish defense focused entirely on containing Doncic, aggressively double and triple-teaming him whenever he drove toward the basket, and France will follow a similar path in today’s game. But where to watch the game live?

Where to watch Slovenia vs France in the USA

For basketball fans in the United States, the exclusive destination to watch this game is through the Courtside 1891 streaming service. This platform is the official global home for FIBA events and is available through a partnership with DAZN. The game tips off on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time or 8:00 AM Pacific Time from the Spodek Arena in Katowice, Poland.

It is important to understand that Courtside 1891 is a separate subscription from a standard DAZN plan. You must specifically subscribe to the Courtside 1891 service through DAZN to access the live content. This model is a direct-to-consumer approach that allows FIBA to reach its audience without traditional network partnerships. The service is widely compatible with various devices like Smart TVs, mobile phones, and gaming consoles, ensuring you can watch the game wherever you are.

Game details

Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT
Venue: Spodek Arena, Katowice, Poland
Streaming: Courtside 1891 via DAZN

What makes this matchup special

France may be missing names like Victor Wembanyama, Rudy Gobert, and Evan Fournier, but they remain loaded. The French strategy against Slovenia will be clear. They will rotate defenders on Doncic, forcing him to work for every touch and daring the rest of Slovenia to score. Coulibaly has already said, “In terms of players? I don’t really care for them” when asked about specific matchups, signaling his confidence. But for Slovenia, the game plan is just as straightforward.

Everything goes through Doncic. His conditioning has been a focus all summer after he shed weight and reshaped his body ahead of the Lakers’ extension. The question is whether he can keep up his high usage rate for the entire game without fatigue setting in. Coach Aleksander Sekulic has few alternatives, and unless everybody else steps up like Edo Muric with consistent scoring, it will once again be Doncic against the world, and the margin is risky.