A resurfaced clip of Luka Doncic is making waves online — and it’s music to the ears of Michael Jordan fans.
In the video, Doncic is asked who he believes is the greatest of all time. Without hesitation, the Dallas Mavericks star replies:
“MJ. It’s MJ.”
When pressed for his all-time starting five, Luka smiles and says,
“I don’t know about starting five, I gotta think.”
Before Joining LeBron, Luka Still Picked MJ
The clip is from an older interview, but it’s resurfacing at a time when Doncic and LeBron James are now teammates on the Lakers. That adds a new layer — before ever suiting up alongside the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, Luka made it clear: Michael Jordan is the GOAT.
It’s a reminder that the GOAT debate isn’t just about stats or era — it’s personal, even among the league’s elite.
Jordan’s Legacy Still Reigns Among NBA Stars
While the moment is brief, it’s another reminder of the lasting impact Jordan has on today’s generation of NBA stars — even ones carving out their own legacy like Doncic.
Even former rivals like Isiah Thomas — who once helped lead the “Jordan Rules” to stop him — have acknowledged MJ’s iconic place in basketball history.
And in an era where many fans debate LeBron, Kobe, or even current stars, Luka’s answer keeps Jordan right at the center of the GOAT conversation.
Business or Belief?
That’s gotta sting LeBron James’s ego — just a little. But to be fair, Luka may have had some bias in the equation.
Doncic signed a contract extension with Jordan Brand on August 24, 2023, locking in the deal through 2029. He’s been a face of the brand since 2019, when he became their first European-born signature athlete. The partnership has only grown stronger, making it no surprise he’d side with the Jumpman when asked about the GOAT.
