It was a special night for Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks as they took on Real Madrid in a preseason game. The Mavericks had the home court advantage, but it was Doncic who received the warmest welcome.
The Slovenian star spent two years with Real Madrid before joining the Mavericks in 2018. During his time with the Spanish club, he won two EuroLeague championships and was named the EuroLeague MVP in 2018.
When Doncic stepped onto the court, the crowd erupted into cheers and applause. He was greeted with a standing ovation from the fans, who still remember his time with the team fondly. Doncic responded to the warm welcome by waving to the crowd and blowing kisses.
The Mavericks went on to win the game, but the result was secondary to the moment shared between Doncic and his former club. After the game, Doncic spoke about how much he enjoyed returning to Madrid and being welcomed back with open arms. He said, “It was amazing to be back here and to be welcomed like this. It was a great experience and I’m so thankful for it.”
It is clear that Doncic still holds Real Madrid close to his heart and that the feeling is mutual. The warm welcome he received is a testament to the impact he had on the team and its fans during his time there. It is also a reminder of how quickly he has become one of the NBA’s brightest stars.
