Basketball players have their own way of treating the game and the work ethic behind their development. For Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Luka Doncic – it’s structured around fun.

From turn-around jumpers to deep step back twos, and maybe even a nice hesitation cross-over combo into a easy gimme of a layup, he manages a smile. He’s a very vocal player. His animated play style multiplies by 10 it seems when surrounded by less fan base and more Dallas Mavericks kin. While still a talented young individual, number 77 for the Mavericks still knows he’s got much to improve on while trying to fill a leadership role left vacant by future Hall of Famer Dirk Nowitzki.