“It was just a lot of emotions,” Doncic explained after the game. “I’m just glad it’s over, honestly.”
While Doncic commanded attention on the court, his mother Mirjam Poterbin garnered significant notice from fans in attendance. Poterbin, who has managed her son’s business affairs since he was 13, moved to the United States in 2018 when Doncic entered the NBA draft.
Poterbin fully embraced her son’s new team, sharing photos of herself wearing Lakers gear outside Crypto.com Arena before the game. Her appearance in Lakers colors quickly trended on social media, with fans expressing approval of her support for Doncic’s new chapter.
The mother-son relationship has been a constant throughout Doncic’s career, with Mirjam remaining a visible supporter during his professional journey. Her presence at games frequently draws attention from NBA fans and media alike.
Since Doncic joined the Lakers’ starting lineup, the team has posted a 3-2 record, currently sitting fourth in the Western Conference standings. The Slovenian superstar is scheduled to return to action on Thursday night when the Lakers face the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The trade that brought Doncic to Los Angeles stands as one of the most surprising deals in recent NBA history, pairing him with other stars on the Lakers roster. As Doncic adjusts to his new team, both his on-court performance and his family’s transition to Los Angeles continue to be subjects of interest for basketball fans nationwide.
Jennifer Withers Hoey is a former Business Development Manager who transitioned to writing about sports. With valuable connections all over the West Coast, she has used those contacts to break some of the most interesting stories pertaining to the Portland Trail Blazers, Oregon Ducks, LA Lakers, LA Clippers, Seattle Supersonics (RIP), and more.
