Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić became the talk of the NBA town during the 2025 EuroBasket. Despite failing against Germany with an overall score of 99-91, Dončić led Slovenia with his impressive dunking skills. According to media outlet The Orange County Register, the Lakers point guard bought an ocean-facing house on Manhattan Beach for $25 million. Reportedly, it was previously owned by the popular tennis heartthrob Maria Sharapova.
Luka Dončić shares a milestone moment with famous Tennis heartthrob Maria Sharapova
After the much-hyped deal extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Dončić is gradually defining what living a life in king-size looks like. The 26-year-old Slovenian basketball athlete bought a house for $25 million in Manhattan Beach. As per The Orange County Register, the swanky ocean-facing house was previously owned by tennis heartthrob Maria Sharapova. The picture of Luka Dončić’s newly owned house was shared by KTLA5News on Instagram.According to The Orange County Register, the $25 million house was designed in a Japanese architectural style back in 2015. Located on .23 acres, Luka Dončić reportedly bought the Manhattan Beach house in August 2025. It consists of a two-lane bowling alley, an indoor and outdoor space that leads to a pool, and five bedrooms
Luka Dončić admits playing against LeBron James for first time made him nervous
The Slovenian sensation Luka Dončić has spoken about his respect and adoration for his fellow teammate LeBron James multiple times. Right after being introduced to the world of the NBA back in 2018 with the Atlanta Hawks. Back in 2020, during an interview with Fox Sports, Dončić revealed being under pressure and nervous while playing against his idol LeBron James. He said, “I remember, I was nervous. Playing against your idol, I was nervous. It was something different than what I had experienced. As we go along to today, it’s different than the first game, for sure, playing against him, but it’s always pressure.”He further added, “For me, everything happens so fast. Two years ago, I was playing in Real Madrid. I was 18 years old. Things happen quick.”However, coming back to five years down the line, Luka Dončić not only extended his term with the Lakers in an impressive deal but also stands as a perfect substitute for LeBron James for the upcoming NBA season. Also Read: “It was challenging”- Luka Dončić reveals about the sacrifices for his great physical transformation
