Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić is reportedly exploring the purchase of a professional basketball club in Rome, Italy, according to a report published on Feb. 11, 2026.
The story indicates that the 26-year-old guard views the move as part of a broader strategy tied to the NBA’s ongoing interest in establishing a stronger foothold in Europe. Specific financial details, the name of the targeted team and a projected timeline for any agreement were not disclosed.
If completed, the acquisition would give Dončić an ownership role outside the United States while he continues to play for the Lakers. The NBA currently permits active players to invest in teams that do not compete within the league’s own structure.
Neither Dončić nor the Lakers have publicly commented on the report. Additional information about league approval or potential partners has not been released.
Source: New York Post
