Alexis Ohanian Invites Luka Doncic to Golf After Shocking Lakers Trade

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Serena Williams‘ husband, Alexis Ohanian, has extended an intriguing invitation to NBA star Luka Doncic following his arrival in Los Angeles after a blockbuster trade between the Dallas Mavericks and the Lakers. The trade, which sent shockwaves through the NBA, involved Doncic, Maxi Kleber, and Markieff Morris heading to the Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a 2029 first-round draft pick.

Shortly after Doncic’s arrival in California, the Los Angeles Golf Club (LAGC), co-owned by Venus Williams, Serena Williams, and Ohanian, welcomed the 25-year-old Slovenian star on social media. “Let’s go @luka7doncic! Welcome to LA 😎,” the club posted. Ohanian, a Reddit co-founder and avid sports enthusiast, personally invited Doncic to join LAGC’s star-studded golf lineup, including Collin Morikawa, Tommy Fleetwood, and Justin Rose, once the NBA season concludes. “@luka7doncic let’s get you out on the course with our guys when the season’s over,” Ohanian wrote.

The trade has sparked widespread reactions across the sports world. Ohanian humorously commented on the fate of Doncic’s No. 77 Mavericks jerseys, posting, “On sale!?” alongside a photo of the jersey. Tennis stars Frances Tiafoe and Nick Kyrgios, as well as tennis journalist Jon Wertheim, also weighed in on the magnitude of the deal.

Ohanian, a devoted NBA fan, is known for his support of the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo. He recently praised Antetokounmpo after the Greek star was named an All-Star starter for the ninth consecutive season. “Fun-fact: 9X-in-a-row-All-Star Starter @Giannis_An34 (!!) is averaging a career-high 31.5 points (2nd in NBA) right now. Keep dominating, my friend,” Ohanian posted on X.

The bond between Ohanian and Antetokounmpo extends beyond basketball. The two families have spent time together, with Antetokounmpo referring to Ohanian, Serena Williams, and their daughter Olympia as the “three GOATs.” Ohanian also showed his support by attending the NBA Cup final, where the Bucks defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 97-81.

As Doncic settles into his new role with the Lakers, Ohanian’s golf invitation adds a lighthearted twist to the high-stakes world of professional sports trades. The move has not only reshaped the Lakers’ roster but also sparked conversations across the NBA and beyond.