Tyrese Maxey: Luka Doncic could beat Thanos in a game of one-on-one

In February 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks, effectively resetting the timeline for their championship aspirations, as they had previously relied on LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Doncic, just 25 years old at the time, averaged 33.5 points, 7.7 rebounds and 8.3 assists per game during the previous season, suggesting he is only at the beginning of his prime.

Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey believes that Doncic would also be a formidable opponent for Thanos, a major villain from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, stating that "Luka just ain’t scared of nothing." Maxey noted that Doncic's unique step-back 3-pointer makes him a difficult opponent to defend against, and his ability to quickly accelerate, then abruptly stop and move backwards confounds his defenders.

Doncic's shooting abilities from both the field and three-point range, coupled with his exceptional agility, make him a significant threat on the court. With the addition of Collin Sexton to the Lakers roster, the team may be able to create advantageous situations for Doncic when he is not on the ball, potentially even making Thanos tremble in fear.