Luka Doncic is the player who gave a record-breaking viewership to the 2026 NBA season as his defensive stop video became the world’s most-viewed video of all time, proving that “defense wins championships.”
It was not his signature step-back but an almost impossible defensive stop that left everyone shocked.
Doncic has been under intense scrutiny after moving to the Los Angeles Lakers. He is averaging 33.3 points and recently won his sixth All-Star appearance, but his defensive effort is a point of contention. However, the viral video shifts that narrative.
Social media is exploding with comments, with fans claiming that “Luka Magic is real!”
The video’s surge coincided with the 2026 All-Star Game in Inglewood, which saw a massive 87% viewership spike. Despite dealing with a hamstring strain, Doncic is standing on the debating radar.
In a recent interview, he was asked about his health and defensive highlights. He jokingly remarked that fans shouldn’t expect him to “dunk on LeBron James” just yet, suggesting he is prioritising a healthy playoff run.
Experts noted that Doncic’s game control is at an all-time high level, observing that “he doesn’t rush the game, he slows it down until defenders collapse.”
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