By Stig Editor 
Luka Dončić Honors Kobe and Gigi With Heartfelt Donation That Keeps Their Legacy Alive
In a powerful gesture of respect and remembrance, NBA superstar Luka Dončić has made an incredible donation to support the legacy of the late Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna “Gigi” Bryant. The Slovenian phenom, known for his on-court brilliance and off-court humility, is using his platform to ensure the memory of the father-daughter duo continues to inspire future generations.
Dončić’s donation will fund youth basketball programs under the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation, an organization Kobe and Vanessa Bryant co-founded to empower underserved athletes, especially young girls, through sports. Luka’s contribution will specifically go toward upgrading training facilities, providing scholarships for aspiring female hoopers, and hosting annual camps in memory of Kobe and Gigi.
“This is bigger than basketball,” Dončić said in a heartfelt statement. “Kobe inspired me in so many ways not just as a player but as a competitor and a person. Gigi had that same fire. I want to help carry their torch.”
The donation also includes funding for a mural project across several U.S. and European cities, including Los Angeles, Dallas, and Ljubljana, Dončić’s hometown. The murals will feature artistic tributes to the bond Kobe and Gigi shared, immortalizing their impact on sports and family.
Vanessa Bryant took to social media to thank Dončić, writing, “Luka, thank you for keeping Kobe and Gigi’s spirit alive. Your generosity means the world.”
Luka has previously paid tribute to Kobe by wearing custom sneakers with the names “Kobe” and “Gigi” inscribed. This donation deepens that tribute proving that legacy isn’t just remembered, it’s carried forward by those inspired to act.
In an age where headlines are often dominated by stats and rivalries, Luka Dončić’s quiet act of compassion stands tall a reminder that true greatness lies not just in what you do on the court, but how you honor those who paved the way.