Luka Doncic, the promising NBA rookie, got a unique early birthday surprise when he met and interacted with boxing legend Floyd Mayweather before and after returning to the court. Doncic, who had missed the previous two Dallas Mavericks games due to an ankle ailment, revealed his delight in rubbing shoulders with the great boxer after his team’s defeat to the Los Angeles Clippers.

The Slovenian star, who rose through the ranks at Real Madrid before being taken as the third overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, was noticeably excited to meet Floyd Mayweather. Doncic even had the opportunity to autograph a jersey for his idol, clearly cherishing the moment.

Following the game, Doncic told media that Mayweather applauded his playing style and compared it to his own. However, Mayweather stated a desire to witness Doncic in action before reaching a final appraisal of the young player’s abilities, demonstrating his eagerness to observe the rookie’s performance on the court firsthand.

Doncic, who is scoring an amazing 20.7 points per game for the Dallas Mavericks in his first NBA season, will turn 20 on Thursday, adding another layer of significance to his unforgettable encounter with Mayweather.