Doncic thanks Nowitzki but claims he hasn't called since moving to LA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 9:03 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
Luka Doncic played for the Los Angeles Lakers on November 7, securing a 124-118 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA Cup. Prior to the game, Dirk Nowitzki, serving as a pundit on NBA On Prime, praised Doncic. Doncic expressed gratitude for the acknowledgment but humorously noted that Nowitzki hasn't reached out since relocating to Los Angeles. He expects a call and suggested they should have dinner soon. The Lakers look to build momentum as the season progresses.
- •Doncic plays for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Trail Blazers.
- •Lakers win 124-118 in the NBA Cup.
- •Nowitzki, as a pundit, praises Doncic before the game.
- •Doncic jokes about Nowitzki not calling him since his move.
- •Lakers aim for continued success as the season advances.
- 9:03 AMYahoo Sports — He said: "Thank you, Dirk. But he doesn't even call. …
"He said: "Thank you, Dirk. But he doesn't even call. …
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