Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic made headlines by sinking an incredible full-court shot during a recent practice session. The shot was part of a friendly wager with teammate Dereck Lively II. The stakes? A whopping $100,000.
The scene unfolded during the Mavericks’ “Fan Jam” open practice at the American Airlines Center. As the team wrapped up their session, Doncic took on the challenge of making a full-court shot. He launched the ball from one end of the court to the other, and to everyone’s amazement, it swished through the hoop.
Dereck Lively bet 100k that Luka Doncic couldn’t make a full court shot first try.
He drilled it.pic.twitter.com/FAvJsBlVXw
— NBA World (@NBAW0RLD24) October 6, 2024
The reaction was immediate and electric. Fans and teammates erupted in cheers, but perhaps the most notable reaction came from Lively, who had bet $100,000 that Doncic couldn’t make the shot. Doncic, never one to miss an opportunity for some light-hearted banter, quickly took to social media to remind Lively of their bet, claiming his $100,000 prize.
100k @DereckLively https://t.co/1f6dp4yrBe
— Luka Doncic (@luka7doncic) October 6, 2024
For Doncic, who is set to earn over $43 million this season, the bet was all in good fun. However, for Lively, still on his rookie contract, the loss stung a bit more.
Lively, taking the loss in stride, responded on social media, calling “B.S.” on the claim, suggesting that the bet might not have been as serious as it seemed.
Man the bs I see everyday is crazy😭😭 https://t.co/nN8l1lhrb0
— Dereck Lively II (@DereckLively) October 6, 2024
Regardless, as the Mavericks gear up for another exciting season, moments like these not only entertain fans but also build team chemistry.
