Catch Luka Doncic with Slovenia vs. Germany…

After securing a treasure chest-like contract with the Lakers, Luka Doncic is back with the Slovenian fling squad, ready to dazzle at EuroBasket. The Lakers are thrilled to lend their star, quite like a generous parent letting their kid borrow the car. Fans can’t wait to see his new look since he’s transformed more than a butterfly over the offseason. Slovenia’s first fiery face-off is Friday against Germany in a game more thrilling than a cat on a Roomba. Luka’s easing back into action but won’t play heavy minutes, leaving the heavy-lifting to Ekipa: ‘I’ll see how it goes first.’

While Germany scours for a few missing players, they still boast talents like Franz Wagner and Dennis Schroder, ready to tango with Slovenia. Luka sees this match more as a dance warm-up than the dance-off finals. His rust is as expected as finding a sock in the laundry without its pair, after a month-long basketball hiatus post-Lakers. Group play kicks off on August 28, giving Luka plenty of time to sprinkle magic dust over his game. Expect six exhibitions as Slovenia gears up, but fans crossing fingers Luka plays in them all. Friday, at 11:15 a.m. PT, Luka lights up home turf in Ljubljana. Watch on DAZN or basketball’s wizardry dwell – Courtside 1891. Free highlights for eyes without wallets!