Luka Doncic (Photo by Chris Nicoll/Imagn Images)
The Los Angeles Lakers executed an impressive move by acquiring Luka Doncic in a blockbuster trade with the Dallas Mavericks, which also involved sending Anthony Davis to Dallas. Had Lakers legend Kobe Bryant been alive to witness this transaction, he would likely have shared his insights and approval, appreciating the strategic vision behind bringing a player of Doncic’s calibre to Los Angeles.

During the 2019-20 NBA season, the Lakers faced the Mavericks. After the game, Luka Doncic approached Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, who was watching from the sidelines. They shared a touching moment together.

Kobe: “My Man! What’s up brother?”

Luka: “I was like, ‘who is talking Slovenian?!’”

After Doncic’s addition to the Lakers, an artistic mural depicting the memorable encounter between Doncic and Bryant from December 2019 is currently underway in Los Angeles. While the mural remains a work in progress, videos showcasing its development have begun to create considerable excitement across various social media platforms.

Social Media Buzzes About The Unfinished Kobe Bryant and Luka Doncic Artwork

When Bleacher Report shared a clip of the unfinished mural featuring Kobe Bryant and Luka Doncic, fans quickly began reacting in the comments section. Many people expressed that Bryant would have been proud to see this mural if he were still alive. Additionally, several fans praised the artist for creating such impressive artwork.






Doncic made his debut with the Lakers on February 10, facing the Utah Jazz and contributing 14 points in 24 minutes of play, which helped secure a 132–113 victory for the team. As it stands, the Lakers have achieved a record of 32 wins and 20 losses, positioning them in 5th place in the Western Conference standings during the ongoing 2024-25 NBA season.