Luka Doncic And 2K Foundations Rebuild Childhood Courts

Dallas Mavericks all-star point guard Luka Donic recently announced a partnership with 2K Foundations to rebuild basketball courts in his hometown of Ljubljana, Slovenia.

“This is a very exciting day for me,” Luka Doncic said. “I have great memories growing up in Ljubljana. These are my childhood courts where I learned and practiced the game. It’s an honor to be able to give back to my city and to my country that gave me so much and that I love.  The opportunity for kids to play on the same courts and pursue the same dreams I had is something I am excited about.”

Alongside NBA2K, Luka Doncic was able to refurbish the courts where he grew up playing basketball and add new seating and lighting. 

Last week, many fans attended the official opening event of the new courts. The young supporters got to be the first ones to play on the court, and Luke was there to present it.

This event was all made possible by 2K Foundations, a program that focuses on elevating communities worldwide by providing resources and experiences. The organization has invested in more than 40 initiatives to provide access to sports, career, and learning opportunities.

“Foundations plays a very important role for 2K and our sports titles,” said David Ismailer, president of 2K. “We’re incredibly proud of the contributions made to communities, from court refurbishments to STEM programming. We’re honored to have created a program that plays a part in giving some of the world’s biggest athletes and talents, such as Luka, the chance to further connect with the communities that mean so much to them.”

Luka Doncic, the cover athlete of NBA 2K22, was able to feature his own artwork on the court, working with a Slovenian graphic designer Nejc Prah. Luka’s new logo integrates Luka’s initials, his jersey number 77, and arrows with negative space revealing an ‘S’ for his home country.

The people of Ljubljana are grateful for Luka’s contributions and active involvement. Ljubljana’s mayor spoke on behalf of the town in thanking the NBA star.

“Having Luka return to his hometown and dedicate these courts to his childhood town is such an honor,” said Zoran Janković, Ljubljana’s mayor. “He continues to represent Slovenia globally, and we’re proud of what he has done for our country, not only at the Olympics but his efforts in the NBA. He loves Ljubljana, and the city and country love him.”

This generous act is one of many by the young 22-year-old. Luka Doncic was the Mavericks’ nominee for March’s NBA Cares Community Assist Award for his work during the 2020-21 season.

In February, he helped Texans get through the historic winter snowstorm with numerous donations and provided shoes and other necessities to healthcare workers battling the Coronavirus on the front line.

Luka Doncic continues to make great strides not only in the game of basketball but through his community and beyond. The young NBA star is the face of the next generation as a player and a person, using his platform to impact the world positively.