Luka Doncic Shouts Out Real Madrid Forward Vinicus Jr. For El Clasico Heroics

Luka Doncic was loving Vinicus Jr.'s hattrick for Real Madrid against FC Barcelona.

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Luka Doncic came into the NBA as a European prodigy who was the best player on the basketball team of Real Madrid in Spain as they won it all in Europe. Real Madrid’s soccer side is arguably the most successful soccer team of all time, and Doncic was avidly supporting them as they faced bitter rivals FC Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup Finals.  

Brazilian forward Vinicus Jr. scored a 38-minute hat trick in the 4-1 Madrid win, and Doncic loved it.

“Hat-trick in 40 min!”

This is arguably the most famous rivalry in sports, as Barcelona and Real Madrid have been rivals for nearly 100 years and have been the two most dominant teams in Spain. Real Madrid has the historic edge, winning the derby 104-100 (52 draws) overall. They have been the kings of Europe in recent history, but have won only four Spanish league titles since 2009, compared to Barcelona’s nine in that same time.

The football rivalry also spills out onto the basketball side, hence why Luka continues supporting his childhood team so avidly. He’s been spotted going to Real Madrid games before and has interacted with various players as well. Barcelona Basquet features a lot of iconic players in recent memory as well, such as Nikola Mirotic, Pau Gasol, and even Luka’s current Mavericks teammate Dante Exum.


Luka Doncic Spending Time Out With Injury

Luka Doncic carried an immense load for the Mavericks through the first half of the season. With Kyrie Irving getting off to a slow start before injuries ruled him out for most of December, Doncic went superhuman to keep the Mavericks afloat in a cutthroat West. He averaged 37.5 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 11.1 assists as the Mavs hung onto a top-seven seed in the West.

The Mavericks have looked fierce since Kyrie’s return in January, getting wins against the likes of the Wolves and Knicks. However, they also lost unnecessary games to an almost entirely injured Grizzlies team and then to a Pelicans team without Zion Williamson and fatigued players on a brutal back-to-back. Doncic missed the Pelicans game with an ankle injury and is currently listed as doubtful for their second matchup on Monday night.

Doncic has pushed through minor injuries at various points this season, including a worrying quad issue that keeps flaring. Even though Doncic could play through his sprained ankle, the Mavericks should give him some time to recuperate. The team can win without him if Kyrie is on the court, but they need their roster healthy to maximize their chances of contention.

The team has been linked with several players in the trade market, with the Mavs being a possible destination for Pascal Siakam. The team is expected to reinforce at power forward regardless after Grant Williams’ inconsistent season. They’ve also been linked with Kyle Kuzma and Jerami Grant. With new owners who are ready to go into the luxury tax to compete, the Mavericks could be on the precipice of a new era.

None of that matters if Doncic is hurt or unhappy, so the franchise needs to find ways of maximizing their young franchise cornerstone. Doncic is averaging 33.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 9.1 assists this season as the Mavericks are 23-17.

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher ReportYahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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