Joyed With In-Game Achievement, Luka Doncic Shares Snap After Reaching Top 500 in Overwatch 2

Discover Luka Doncic's unexpected encounter in the gaming world while playing 'Overwatch'. Explore the challenges of celebrity privacy in virtual spaces.

Published on May 10, 2024  |  01:17 AM IST |  76.1K
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Doncic the Overwatch Pro

NBA superstar Luka Doncic has displayed an exceptional skill set by achieving a Top 500 rank in Overwatch 2 and solidified his status as one of the best players in the game while simultaneously excelling as a point guard for the Dallas Mavericks. 

Despite the demands of his professional basketball career, the 25-year-old Slovenian is an avid gamer and a seasoned Overwatch player. The crossover of his success in both professional sports and video gaming underscores his versatility and talent.


Joyed with his in-game achievement, Doncic recently shared a screenshot on his Instagram story, featuring a subtle indication of a Grand Master Emblem.

However, he reached the Grand Master rank with playing on a laptop as visible in his Instagram story speaks volume about his off-court gaming prowess.


Meanwhile, the Dallas Mavericks encountered a setback in the Conference Semifinals, as they were outplayed by the Oklahoma City Thunder with a 117-95 loss in Game 1, trailing 1-0 in the series. 

Despite the team's challenging start, Luka Doncic demonstrated his prowess on the basketball court by contributing 19 points and 9 assists in the game, showcasing his resilience and skill in the face of adversity.  

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 Luka Doncic's Unexpected Celebrity Encounter in the Gaming Universe

Last year, Luka Doncic found himself in a peculiar celebrity moment while enjoying a game of 'Overwatch', shedding light on the less glamorous aspects of fame like a lack of personal space and anonymity. 

As fans recognized him during the game and bombarded him with questions, the incident underlined the challenges celebrities face, even in virtual settings. The snippet of this unique interaction eventually made its way to X, showcasing the intrusion of privacy that celebrities like Doncic may experience unexpectedly.


The amusing saga commenced when the 5-time All-Star decided to unwind on an online Overwatch server, aiming for some leisure time. However, the relaxation turned into a funny turn of events as his teammates began probing him with questions. 

Doncic, in his characteristic humor, responded truthfully, even disclosing his association with the Dallas Mavericks. Despite initial disbelief and doubts among some teammates, Doncic, proudly wearing the #77 jersey for Dallas, maintained his honesty, leading to his true identity being revealed. 

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