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He is dominating his opponents in the competition and has also led Slovenia to several comprehensive victories.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While most players are enjoying the offseason and taking some time off the court, Luka Doncic is still busy playing basketball at EuroBasket 2022. He is dominating his opponents in the competition and has also led Slovenia to several comprehensive victories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dominating basketball leagues in both Europe and North America isn&#8217;t everyone&#8217;s cup of tea, but Doncic is one of those few talented players who have proven themselves in both continents. He has achieved many things and earned many accolades in both continents and has also established himself as one of the best European players of all time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Doncic, who plays for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA, has had a couple of tough outings in the ongoing EuroBasket tournament, and he credits the rock-solid opposing defenses for that. 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