In the game of basketball, the rare moments of deep-seated appreciation shine through the competition. Luka Doncic went through a similar experience when he faced the Spanish club Real Madrid recently. Following a humbling defeat to his boyhood club, the Slovenian shared a 2-word message for them.

As Luka embraced his former employer, it caught the attention of the entire sports world. The unshakable connection between them was fully on display before he shifted his focus to the upcoming task.

What did Luka Doncic say about Real Madrid?

The Dallas Mavericks landed in Spain to play an exhibition game against the European giants. The return of the 24-year-old to his boyhood side became a humbling experience for the star overall. He later showcased his love for the capital publicly while expressing it through his Instagram story.

With the caption, “Hala Madrid,”?the Mavs point guard embraced the journey to the WiZink Center. The 4-time All-Star returned there five years later as the club president Florentino Perez presented him with a trophy. Despite the honorary club member’s return, the hosts showed the visitors no mercy on the basketball court.

Madrid won the game 127-123 against the NBA franchise following a stunning comeback in the fourth quarter. Doncic scored 9 points on his emotional return to the country where he played since the age of 13. The Texas lost to the best team in Europe before they flew back home to focus on a bigger challenge.

What’s next for the Dallas Mavericks?

After a brilliant start in the last season, the organization failed to keep up its momentum. By the end of the regular season, they missed out on the playoff sport, resulting in misery for the fans. A huge part behind it was the injury of the Luka. Thus, the supporters would want to see their superstar fit for the entirety of the upcoming campaign.

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The boy from Spain entered the NBA as a man. Since then, he took over the league in his own way. From earning All-Stars and All-NBAs to shattering records, Doncic became one of the faces of the competition. Still in his early 20s, the 2019 ROTY has a lot to show for his talent and prowess.

After a few significant changes in the off-season, the Mavs are eyeing for the coveted championship yet again. They have all the tools to be a dark horse and repeat their decade-long fairytale. Can they get it done? Let us know in the comments.

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