"And they actually won wow": Fans react as Luka Doncic's Slovenia finally win in EuroBasket behind Lakers superstar's triple-double

Luka Doncic led Slovenia to its first win at EuroBasket 2025, taking down Belgium in his team’s third game at the tournament. Doncic and Co. entered Sunday's match on the brink of elimination after losing their opening games against Poland and France.

Slovenia defeated Belgium 86-67 as Doncic recorded a triple-double, finishing with 26 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists while shooting 9-for-23. The Lakers’ superstar has been excellent for his national team, scoring 39 points in a loss to France and 34 points against Poland.

Unfortunately, his team has not managed to match his effort, leading to Slovenia’s poor run at EuroBasket 2025. X account LakeShowYo highlighted Doncic's dominant performance in Saturday's win, drawing many reactions from fans.

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Some fans rejoiced at Luka Doncic's stellar output, while others were left shocked by the win.

Slovenia's first win at EuroBasket has both local and Lakers fans excited, as the team now has a chance to advance to the later stages of the tournament.

Luka Doncic makes EuroBasket history in Slovenia's first win

Luka Doncic's triple-double against Belgium during Sunday's game was only the fourth triple-double in FIBA's recorded history for EuroBasket. His stellar performance etched his name in the history books and also kept his country alive in the tournament.

Slovenia is second in Group C, with France first and Poland third, each with a game in hand. Doncic's work is far from over as he will need to lead the team through two more group stage games to lock its place in the Round of 16.

The going will only get tougher from here as Nikola Jokic's Serbia and Giannis Antetokounmpo's Greece have already advanced to the later stages of the tournament.

While Slovenia has managed to hang on thanks to Doncic's brilliance, the team will need greater contributions from the supporting crew if they are to continue winning.

The team will now face Iceland on Tuesday, followed by Israel on Thursday, as it looks to close out Group C action. Iceland has lost both its games, while Israel defeated Iceland in its tournament opener.

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