Luka Dončić made his long-awaited summer debut for Slovenia in a EuroBasket 2025 exhibition game against Germany, showing flashes of midseason form. In just 24 minutes, he put up 19 points, 5 assists, and 3 rebounds, keeping Slovenia competitive despite a 103–89 home loss. The night also featured moments that reminded fans why Luka is one of the game’s most entertaining players.
The matchup had been circled on Slovenian fans’ calendars for weeks, with anticipation building over how their national hero would look after an offseason that saw him step into even bigger global stardom. Dončić’s presence was felt from the opening tip, dictating the pace with his vision and showing the scoring craft that has made him one of the most dangerous offensive weapons in basketball. Germany’s defensive