Lakers' Luka Doncic covers cost to restore vandalized Kobe mural

Luka Doncic surprised artist Louie Palsino by donating $5,000 to restore a vandalized mural honoring Kobe and Gigi Bryant in downtown Los Angeles. The Slovenian superstar joined the Lakers just months ago as part of a trade with the Dallas Mavericks, bringing his impact to the team ahead of their upcoming game. Doncic's generous act comes after Palsino created the mural as a tribute following the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of the basketball legends in 2020, and he expressed gratitude for the donation while emphasizing how it represents Los Angeles.