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Former NBA champion shares ‘unbreakable’ similarity between Kobe Bryant and Luka Doncic

After Luka Doncic’s latest heroics against the Atlanta Hawks, one of Kobe Bryant’s former teammates has discussed the things that make them similar. Luka Doncic had less than 40 points for the first time in four games in a win against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night.

Former NBA champion shares ‘unbreakable’ similarity between Kobe Bryant and Luka Doncic

In a recent game against the Atlanta Hawks, Luka Doncic delivered an exceptional performance, scoring 32 points, grabbing eight rebounds, dishing out ten assists, and recording five steals. Despite contributing less than 40 points for the fourth game in a row, Doncic showcased his versatile skills once again, strengthening his case to be recognized as the MVP early in the season. With an impressive average of nearly eight rebounds and eight assists per game, plus 39 points, Luka is making waves in the NBA.

Adding to the growing comparisons between Luka Doncic and Kobe Bryant, former teammate Sasha Vujacic of the Lakers, who played alongside the late basketball legend, highlighted a key similarity between the two. Both players exhibit an unbreakable desire to win, a trait that has defined Kobe Bryant's storied career with five championships with the Lakers.

Vujacic noted that this relentless pursuit of victory is evident in Luka's eyes, sometimes manifesting as poor body language when dealing with referees. Despite this, both Doncic and Bryant share an unyielding determination that drives them to find the way to victory. As Luka continues to grow into his role as the Lakers' superstar, it remains to be seen if he can replicate some of the Mamba's legendary successes.

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