From watching clips to seeing him live on the court, PLDT's Mika Reyes continues to be a huge fan of the Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic.
PLDT High Speed Hitters star Mika Reyes is known for shining on the court, whether she's strutting her stuff in the UAAP before or in the PVL now.
Off of the taraflex though, she’s just like many sports fans the world over—an admirer of Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic.
In a recent conversation with One Sports, Reyes opened up about her admiration for the Slovenian do-it-all guard, which began a couple of years ago when she started watching clips of NBA games featuring the Mavericks.
“Yes, Luka baby,” Mika gushed.
“I think mga two years ago, nakaka-watch ako ng clips ng NBA, and then super lucky ako last year [2023] nung pumunta sila dito, naka-watch ako ng super lapit sa kanya,” Reyes
As Slovenia progressed through the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup, Doncic got to play in the Philippines, giving Filipino fans a unique opportunity to see the rising great up close in action.
Among those who relished the opportunity then was Mika, and Reyes couldn’t contain her excitement about her up-close encounter with the NBA superstar.
“That time medyo naiiyak pa ako kasi hindi lahat may opportunity makita ng malapitan 'yung mga NBA players. I’m very happy na nakakuha ako ng slot there, and sana maulit,” she said.
Since then, the PLDT star has become an avid Luka fan, subscribing to NBA streaming services and making it a point to catch his games whenever she can.
But it’s not just Doncic’s skills on the hardwood that have captivated her.
“Sabihin ko sana ang gwapo. Puwede bang 'yun na lang? Kasi ang gwapo niya tas ang galing pa,” Reyes added with a laugh.
As one of the most skilled and charismatic players in the NBA, Doncic has captured hearts worldwide—and Reyes is no exception. Watching Luka play, Mika says, brings her genuine joy.
For Reyes, the memory of seeing Luka Doncic in action up close is one she treasures dearly, and like many fans, she’s hopeful for another chance to witness Luka Magic in person.
“Sana maulit,” a hopeful Reyes quipped.