BREAKING NEWS: Los Angeles Lakers Star Luka Dončić has been named the winner of the 2025 jerry West Award, an honor presented annually by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of fame to the top Point guard in Man’s………..

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced today that Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Dončić has been named the 2025 Jerry West Award winner, cementing his place as the top point guard in men’s basketball for the season.

The prestigious award, presented annually by the Hall of Fame, recognizes the best performing point guard in the game—an honor Dončić claimed with a masterful 2024–25 campaign that showcased his rare blend of scoring, playmaking, and leadership.

After a blockbuster mid-season trade brought him to Los Angeles, Dončić immediately transformed the Lakers’ offense, averaging over 27 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists per game while guiding the team to a Pacific Division title and a top-three finish in the Western Conference.

“Luka’s impact on our team has been nothing short of phenomenal,” said Lakers head coach JJ Redick. “He’s the complete package—a true floor general who can score from anywhere, see every pass, and raise everyone’s game around him.”

The 2025 Jerry West Award caps off a year in which Dončić further solidified his reputation as one of the world’s most dynamic guards. Known for his dazzling footwork, step-back threes, and clutch-time heroics, the Slovenian star has become the beating heart of the Lakers’ championship aspirations.

“I’m incredibly honored to receive this award,” Dončić said in a statement. “Jerry West is a legend, and to be associated with his name means so much. I want to thank my teammates, coaches, and Lakers fans for believing in me.”

The award is the latest milestone in Dončić’s already illustrious career, which includes multiple All-Star selections, All-NBA honors, and international success with the Slovenian national team.

With this accolade now under his belt, Dončić will look to continue his pursuit of the ultimate prize: bringing another NBA championship banner to the rafters of Crypto.com Arena.