Luka Doncic is one of the most popular NBA players today. Even on the road, he is often greeted by fans who want him to sign autographs or pose with him for photos. Doncic has been known to regularly oblige them.On Monday, Doncic and the LA Lakers were in Charlotte for a game against the Hornets. Before the showdown, Klay Thompson’s father, Mychal Thompson, shared a clip of the Slovenian engaging his fans, who lined up outside a hotel.The elder Thompson wrote a message to emphasize a point:“Look at Luka…he’s doin it AGAIN…The dude is RIDICULOUS…Ridiculously KIND…I mean…Wat other NBA…No…SPORTS SUPERSTAR takes the time to do THIS for the fans? Name ONE…”The former Showtime Lakers star also covers the team as a play-by-play analyst, so he has had experience seeing how Doncic treats his fans. Before he played for the Purple and Gold franchise, Luka Legend partly became a legend in Dallas because he often spent time with his and his team’s fans.The relationship between Luka Doncic and Mavericks fans wasn’t just for show. Following his trade to the Lakers, he wrote a heartfelt note, particularly mentioning his fans.Doncic, however, isn’t the only sports figure who relishes time with the fans. WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark has been known to spend long hours signing autographs and posing for photos. In June, reigning NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander signed 400 autographs in one go.Luka Doncic leads Lakers to win over Charlotte Hornets on MondayLuka Doncic’s sizzling start to the 2025-26 season resumed on Monday in Charlotte. After a subpar night by his standards in Atlanta on Saturday, Luka Legend was back to his best against the Hornets.The superstar point guard dropped 38 points with seven assists, six rebounds and one steal in 38 minutes. He had 17 points and four assists in the second half, which the Lakers dominated 56-48. Doncic’s MVP-level play pushed his team to a 121-111 win.LA also got superb contributions from Marcus Smart and Austin Reaves, who combined for 37 points, 13 assists and nine rebounds. Reaves did not shoot well from deep, going just 2-for-10, but his presence opened up the floor for Doncic.The Lakers’ five-game road trip will continue on Wednesday when Luka Doncic and Co. visit the OKC Thunder.