Jarred Vanderbilt considers Slovenian passport after Lakers trip to Slovenia
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 7:18 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt is contemplating obtaining a Slovenian passport after a recent trip to Slovenia with his teammates. The trip, organized by Luka Doncic, aimed to help the adjusted Lakers roster bond ahead of the new season. Vanderbilt mentioned his aspirations for a passport, potentially to join Doncic on the Slovenian national team, a move similar to former teammate Jaxson Hayes. Though Vanderbilt is unlikely to represent Team USA at this stage, his defensive skills could benefit the Slovenian squad if he makes the switch. There remains uncertainty about his future with the Lakers, as Hayes departed for free agency this summer.
- •Vanderbilt joined teammates in Slovenia to bond before the new season.
- •He expressed interest in obtaining a Slovenian passport.
- •Jaxson Hayes previously acquired a Slovenian passport.
- •Vanderbilt's future with the Lakers remains uncertain.
- •His defensive skills would be advantageous for Slovenia.
- 7:18 PMYahoo Sports — Jarred Vanderbilt Sends Lakers Fans Into a Frenzy With Slovenia National Team Hint Alongside 6x All-Star Luka Doncic
- 6:12 AMYahoo Sports — Jarred Vanderbilt might follow former Lakers teammates steps after Luka Doncic-led preseason trip
"Over the weekend, Jarred Vanderbilt attended the Los Angeles Lakers‘ mini-training camp in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Luka Doncic invited the Lakers to visit his hometown and build chemistry ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. The team had a workout and was treated to dinner by the six-time All-Star. On Monday, the team was supposed to fly [...]
"Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt might consider a career-changing move after their recent trip to Slovenia to spend time with Luka Doncic. Doncic invited all his Lakers teammates for the 2026-27 season to his home country of Slovenia, getting to know the players on the massively adjusted roster before a new season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 7:18 PMJarred Vanderbilt Sends Lakers Fans Into a Frenzy With Slovenia National Team Hint Alongside 6x All-Star Luka Doncic
Over the weekend, Jarred Vanderbilt attended the Los Angeles Lakers‘ mini-training camp in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Luka Doncic invited the Lakers to visit his hometown and build chemistry ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. The team had a workout and was treated to dinner by the six-time All-Star. On Monday, the team was supposed to fly [...]
- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 6:12 AMJarred Vanderbilt might follow former Lakers teammates steps after Luka Doncic-led preseason trip
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt might consider a career-changing move after their recent trip to Slovenia to spend time with Luka Doncic. Doncic invited all his Lakers teammates for the 2026-27 season to his home country of Slovenia, getting to know the players on the massively adjusted roster before a new season.
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