Luka Dončić wrapped his car in the same colorway as his signature Jordan sneaker

Mavericks star Luka Dončić customized his 1968 Chevrolet Camaro to resemble his Jordan Luka 3 "Midnight Racer".
Los Angeles Clippers v Dallas Mavericks - Game Three
Los Angeles Clippers v Dallas Mavericks - Game Three / Sam Hodde/GettyImages
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On Friday, April 26, Luka Dončić and his Dallas Mavericks were able to cruise past the Los Angeles Clippers, as the 25-year-old Slovenian star posted a near triple-double in a 101-90 Game 3 victory for the Texas-based team. Luka is one of the NBA's top stars and he proved it again this season, recording a season average of 33.9 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 9.8 assists. His efforts have seen him in the top three candidates to win the 2024 NBA Most Valuable Player award alongside other league standouts in Denver Nuggets big-man Nikola Jokic and OKC star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

It didn't take long for Luka to achieve superstardom. He quickly showed his talent early in his career, making a strong impact in his rookie campaign and ultimately winning the 2018-19 Kia Rookie of the Year award. Shortly thereafter, Luka signed an endorsement deal with the Jordan Brand to create his exclusive line of sneakers. Fast forward to 2024, and Luka has already launched three editions of his signature sneaker with Jordan. The latest colorway of the Jordan Luka 3 is a standout design that catches the eye — the "Midnight Racer".

Clearly, Luka loves the design so much that he gave his 1968 Chevy Camaro a similar color wrap to his new Jordan sneaker, which is actually a clever promotional tactic too. It captivated the cameras who caught the Slovenian star pull up to Game 3 in style, as he mimicked a similar photograph of Michael Jordan exiting his vehicle back in the day, albeit in a more vibrant manner.

Luka Doncic arrived at Game 3 of the Clippers vs. Mavericks in a Hollywood-esque, throwback movie star style.

Seeing Luka surrounded by bodyguards and security as he walked out in a crisp, dapper black suit, truly gave off 007/James Bond-type vibes. It definitely explained how Luka was on a mission to secure victory that night. With his target set and acquired, he marched forward with determination.

The "Midnight Racer" design was influenced by Luka's habit of taking late-night drives for reflection and relaxation, where they provided a peaceful sanctuary to gather his thoughts and unwind post-games. As a result of the inspiration, the colorway reflects the serene atmosphere of a late-night vibe, with a combination of pink, purple, and mint hues creating a unique and eye-catching look. Swirls of pink and purple represent the peaceful introspection of the tranquil night, while the dash of mint adds a refreshing and vibrant touch to the overall design.

The new "Midnight Racer" Jordan Luka 3 shoe is set to launch on July 5th in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, with a release in North America anticipated to come soon after. For now, Luka and his Dallas Mavericks need to be razor-focused (or you could say racer-focused, if you will) on the Los Angeles Clippers, as they recently fell in Game 4 of the series on April 28, tying the two teams at two wins a piece.

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