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Luka Doncic dazzled the fans with yet another emphatic night in his historic season. Facing off against the Los Angeles Lakers, the 23year old wonderboy dropped his 10th triple-double of the season. Luka Magic was firing from all gears from the get-go. It seems he had a reason to show off with a big face in the crowds. Before the game, Doncic snapped a picture with BTS band member, Suga. Likewise, the duo broke the internet with fans going wild.

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Suga is a member of arguably the biggest band in the world right now. Moreover, he is also a huge fan of basketball. His stage name translates came up from the shooting guard position, a testament to his true love for basketball. Prior to his meeting with Doncic, the popular artist met Stephen Curry during the Japan Games.

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Fueled by his love for the NBA, Suga turned up to the Crypto.com arena to watch the Lakers-Mavericks. Not only did he get to witness one of the most exciting games of the night, but he also met up with Luka Doncic before he ripped apart the 2020 champions.

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Luka Doncic and Suga pairing makes fans go mental

NBA fans were in for a surprise before the Lakers faced off against the Dallas Mavericks. BTS’ Suga was in the front row seats as a celebrity spectator. Before the opening tip, he took a picture with Doncic. That single snap shared by the NBA was enough to cause a major roar among the fans. K-Pop and basketball fanatics fused together to react to the two superstars squeezing into one single frame.

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Suga’s trip to Los Angeles was all worth it as it seems he was the good luck charm for Luka Magic.

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Before facing the Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas was on a two-game losing streak. In addition, being on the road makes the job that much harder. However, with a kick of adrenaline right before the tip, Doncic came out sizzling. The 23-year-old prodigy led the way yet again finishing the game with 35 points, 14 rebounds, and 13 assists. The Mavericks got their much-needed momentum, and Doncic made strides to what could be his maiden MVP award.

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Currently leading the league with 34.3 points per game, Doncic has rendered every defensive scheme powerless. With his knack for producing big consistently, the three-time All-NBA first-team guard is surely one of the favorites to become the Most Valuable Player this season. If Dallas ends the season over .500, do you think Doncic deserves to win the award this season? Let us know your views in the comments below.

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Anuj Talwalkar is a senior NBA Newsbreak specialist at EssentiallySports, trusted for his real-time coverage and fast, accurate updates on league developments. With five NBA seasons and two Olympics coverages under his belt, Anuj stands out as the go-to reporter for the NBA Matchday Newsdesk. As part of the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program, he continuously refines his hard reporting with grounded storytelling shaped by fan culture and court-level insights. An economics graduate and lifelong OKC fan since the Supersonics era, Anuj combines analytical thinking and a genuine passion for basketball. He’s recognized for both his live news coverage and feature writing, with aspirations to someday interview Russell Westbrook. Anuj’s reporting is marked by its reliability, depth, and strong connection to the pulse of the NBA.

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