Dallas Mavericks: Why fans should buy a Luka Doncic jersey

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic climbed to sixth in jersey sales according to the NBA. Here is a look at why fans should buy one now.

Dallas Mavericks point forward Luka Doncic has taken an incredible leap in his second NBA season. He produces a historic stat line on a nightly basis as he is leading the Mavs into the thick of the Western Conference playoff race. The top six teams all have legit shots to make the NBA finals this season.

Nobody thought Luka would become an MVP candidate this quickly. He should be first-team All-NBA as a 20-year-old. That shows the uniqueness of Luka. He could be the third player in NBA history to average over 28 points, nine rebounds, and nine assists per game for an entire season.

Doncic is reaching superstar status already. That means it should come as no surprise that his jersey is one of the tops in sales. He moved up to sixth on the list released the NBA on Jan. 17. Doncic is quickly becoming one of the league’s most popular players.

Here a look at why fans should help him move up on the list by buying one.

Why get a Luka jersey

NBA jerseys are pricey. Fans want to support their team and favorite player, though. Getting a jersey is always a bit of a gamble, but it is not with Luka Doncic. Let me explain.

First, he is 20 years old. At a minimum, Luka should have another 15 years in the league. He is also under contract with the Mavericks until at least 2022. Doncic would be a restricted free agent that summer meaning unless he is willing to take the qualifying offer, he will be in Dallas for at least four seasons after that.

The Mavericks are not going to trade Luka, so there is nothing to worry about there.

The upside exists that Doncic becomes a franchise icon and inner-circle Hall of Famer. If he does, fans will wear his jersey long after he retires.

Every Dallas Mavericks fans should have a Luka Doncic jersey. He is fun, exciting, and already lifting the Mavs back to the playoffs. It is going to be an exciting next decade-plus in Dallas with Luka at the helm. Supporters should enjoy the ride.