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“It Made Him Even Happier Than the Kids”: Luka Doncic Spreading Christmas Love Ahead of Big Matchup vs LeBron James’ Lakers Melts Fans’ Hearts

Published 12/25/2022, 9:30 AM EST

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The Dallas Mavericks seem to be all set to face the Los Angeles Lakers in their upcoming Christmas day fixture. LeBron James going up against Luka Doncic would be an interesting matchup for the fans. But before the Mavericks prepare themselves to face off against the Lakers, Luka Doncic made sure to spread the Christmas cheer, melting fans’ hearts all over social media.

Luka Doncic is widely considered as one of the most wholesome players in the NBA. Fans in attendance can often see Doncic chatting with young kids on the sidelines. He even makes sure to sign as many autographs as he can on his way in and out of the tunnel.

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For fans to see Luka spreading the Christmas joy along with his teammates did not come off as a surprise. In fact, fans could not help but appreciate Luka’s wholesome gesture towards the next generation of NBA fans. The Mavs superstar could be seen distributing cookies to kids with a tray in hand. Doncic made sure to empty the entire tray among his toddler fans before going back to work. The wholesome sight of kids taking cookies from the Slovenian Santa Claus, and at times falling down while high-fiving him, melted fans’ hearts on social media.

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One fan commented, “It made him even happier than the kids.”

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Another fan commented, “Luka is a great person and an amazing basketball player! Mad respects to this young man who is awesome on and off the court!”

 

Here are some more reactions from Instagram -: 

“Can definitely imagine him doing this without the cameras on him.”

“Bro you can tell he still like a young adult man’s trying his best to be like a dad  I love Luka he is like someone I’m gonna grow up with since I’m 24”

“Not only is this guy one of the best players in the NBA and the world, but he’s also one of the nicest celebrities there are. Merry Christmas Luka, and stay great!”

He’s so good with the kids. He’s a big kid himself! ❤️

“Luka is such a nice guy”

“Aw this is cute. 🫶💚”

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LeBron James and Luka Doncic Christmas day showdown

Los Angeles is on a three-game losing streak as they prepare themselves for Dallas. Dallas, on the other hand, have won two games in a row hoping and will be hoping to make it three.

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Doncic is fresh off a 50-point performance against the Houston Rockets in their last matchup. So fans can be sure that they are in store for a treat. The Lakers however are struggling despite James putting up 30-point performances on a nightly basis.

With Anthony Davis out of the Lakers lineup with an injury, the LeBron James and Luka Doncic matchup might be one to look out for.

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Abhishek Dhariwal

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Abhishek Dhariwal is an NBA writer for EssentiallySports. He earned his bachelor's degree in English Honors from St. Xavier's College and his master's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from AAFT School of Mass Communication and Journalism.
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