Luka Doncic reached out with a special message to streamer Ludwig Ahgren following his absence from a 3×3 basketball tournament hosted by Ludwig. A post from Luka Updates on X/Twitter revealed Ludwig’s reaction to the video message sent by the Lakers star.
On the Friday before the event, Ludwig shared that he had attempted to coordinate with Doncic’s team to have the LA Lakers attend his tournament. Although the response indicated that Doncic was unavailable, Ludwig also received a personal video from him alongside the reply.
In the video, Doncic expressed appreciation for Ludwig’s efforts in organizing the tournament and extended an invitation to meet up in the future.
“Hey Ludwig, I know how hard you worked. Good luck in your tournament,” Doncic said. “I wish I could be there. Let’s hang out.”
Ludwig Ahgren’s Background and Tournament Details
Ludwig Ahgren, a well-known content creator on YouTube and Twitch, announced earlier that week his plans to host a 3×3 basketball competition. The event was set to be live-streamed on Saturday, aiming to combine his streaming audience with a popular sports format.
In March, Ludwig shared that he had previously met Luka Doncic after the star’s recent trade to the Los Angeles Lakers. During that occasion, Ludwig spent $12,000 on four courtside tickets to sit just behind the players’ bench, attending the game alongside fellow streamer Pokimane.
Deandre Ayton Discusses His Impressions of Luka Doncic
This offseason, the LA Lakers strengthened their roster by acquiring Deandre Ayton from the Portland Trail Blazers. Ayton, the No. 1 overall pick by the Phoenix Suns in 2018, joins forces with Luka Doncic and LeBron James to improve the team’s competitiveness.
Both Ayton and Doncic were part of the 2018 NBA Draft, though Doncic was initially selected third overall by the Atlanta Hawks before being traded on draft night to the Dallas Mavericks. During the offseason, Doncic reportedly transformed his fitness, shedding weight and improving his condition after criticism for his shape last season.
Ayton expressed enthusiasm about teaming up with Doncic and praised his physical progress and skill level.
“Luka is a once-in-a-generation player and I’m happy to be his teammate,” Ayton said via ESPN’s Dave McMenamin. “Hearing about the kind of shape he’s been in, he’s super ripped and I’m finally glad to be on his side.”
Upcoming Appearances and Future Expectations
Before officially playing for the Lakers in the 2025-26 NBA season, Luka Doncic will represent Slovenia at the EuroBasket 2025 tournament. This participation provides an opportunity for Doncic to demonstrate his form and readiness on the international stage ahead of the new NBA campaign.
Ludwig’s tournament highlighted the growing crossover between esports, streaming culture, and traditional sports, with Doncic’s engagement signaling his appreciation of fan initiatives despite scheduling conflicts. The upcoming season and EuroBasket participation will be key for Doncic and his new Lakers teammates, including Deandre Ayton and LeBron James, as they work together to elevate the team‘s performance.
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