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Slovenia and Germany meet in a highly-anticipated FIBA EuroBasket quarterfinal on Wednesday as both countries look to take a big jump towards ultimate glory in Latvia. Luka Doncic carries the hopes of Slovenia on his shoulders again, doing so with MVP-like showmanship on a nightly basis.
Doncic is undoubtedly the favorite, alongside Alperen Sengun, to win the MVP award. However, the LA Lakers superstar has been struggling with injuries. After managing issues with his knee, Doncic suffered a leg injury on Sunday against Italy in the Round of 16.
The 26-year-old raised alarms as he hobbled off the court during the first quarter after jamming his leg against Italian guard Alessandro Pajola. However, positive signals soon followed as he returned to action and finished the game with 42-points to guide Slovenia to an 84-77 victory. He has since delivered a positive update.
"Yes, it hurts," Doncic told the media after the game. "I have to get therapies now. But it will be fine."
Injuries have disturbed him in recent years, and a trade setback from last season knocked him off rhythm. He has since undergone a big transformation and is slowly getting back on track to his previous self, which has been crystal clear throughout the EuroBasket tournament.
Luka Doncic's father gives latest update on new injury
Luka Doncic's father, Sasa Doncic, echoed the same sentiment as he gave the latest update on the Lakers star's injury.
"Luka's condition is fine,” his father said to siol.net “There are lots of hits and bruises, but that's part of the game. It would be strange if he didn't get hurt, considering that there are games practically every other day, he plays a big role and has a lot of minutes.”
So, as far as his status is concerned, the latest update confirms that he will suit up against the world champions Germany on Wednesday.
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