Luka Doncic Cites Custody Battle Over Daughters For Bowing Out Of FIBA World Cup

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Luka Doncic Cites Custody Battle Over Daughters For Bowing Out Of FIBA World Cup

Luka has been in a custody battle over his two daughters with Anamaria Goltes for months. She's even requested child support. Doncic, after the Lakers loss, said, "I have given everything to representing Slovenia. I am disappointed that I will not play for my country this summer [FIBA WC]. My daughters and my responsibilities as a father are my priority."

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