Luka Dončić has a lot on his plate right now. He’s stepping into the role of the Los Angeles Lakers’ undisputed leader after LeBron James left to join the Philadelphia 76ers, and he’s getting ready for a season where all eyes will be on him. But while Dončić trains for the court, he’s also fighting a very different kind of battle off it — one involving his family, his fortune, and his future.
His ex-fiancée, Anamaria Goltes, has filed a lawsuit in Slovenia asking for a jaw-dropping $50 million settlement. The case has sparked headlines around the world, not just because of the size of the number, but because of what it could mean for Dončić’s finances heading into one of the biggest contracts of his career.
Here’s everything we know about the situation so far.
What Anamaria Goltes Is Asking For
According to TMZ, Goltes wants the $50 million split in a specific way:
- $40 million for herself
- $10 million set aside for her and Dončić’s two daughters
That’s not the only major request in the filing. Goltes is also asking the court to cut back Dončić’s custody time, reducing his visitation from two days a week to just one.
At the same time, Goltes has taken steps to withdraw a separate child support petition she had filed in Los Angeles. In her filing, she said she wants the matter resolved “amicably and by mutual agreement.” That language suggests both sides may still be open to settling things outside of a drawn-out courtroom fight — even with a massive number like $50 million on the table.
A Ten-Year Relationship Comes to an End
Dončić and Goltes were together for a decade before calling off their engagement earlier in 2026. During that time, the couple welcomed two daughters, who are currently two years old and seven months old. Both girls live in Slovenia, Dončić’s home country.
That’s part of why Dončić has spent much of this summer overseas. He’s been staying close to his daughters while the custody dispute plays out, balancing fatherhood with preparation for another demanding NBA season. He’s also expected to host several of his Lakers teammates for a minicamp later in August, giving the team an early jump on chemistry-building before training camp opens.
How This Could Affect Dončić’s New Contract
The timing of this lawsuit is significant. Last summer, Dončić signed a three-year, $165 million maximum contract extension with the Lakers, and that deal officially kicks in this coming season.
If the court sides with Goltes and awards the full $50 million, Dončić would reportedly be on the hook for his entire $49.4 million salary for the year, plus an extra $600,000 out of pocket. In other words, one season’s paycheck could go almost entirely toward the settlement.
For context, Dončić’s path to the Lakers wasn’t a simple one. He was famously traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Lakers in February 2025 in a deal that sent Anthony Davis the other way — a trade that stunned fans and analysts across the league. That move actually cost Dončić money in the short term, both through a reworked contract structure and a smaller overall deal than he might have signed had he stayed in Dallas.
Since entering the NBA, Dončić has earned just over $198 million in career salary. Even with the potential $50 million hit, he’s positioned to keep building his fortune well into the future.
Dončić’s Long-Term Earning Potential Is Still Massive
Here’s the silver lining for Dončić: his current Lakers contract includes a player option for the 2028-29 season. If he opts out at that point, he’ll be eligible to sign a new deal worth 35% of the NBA’s salary cap — a max contract reserved for the league’s top-tier stars.
Based on current salary cap projections, that kind of deal could be worth roughly $417 million over five seasons. That number puts the current $50 million settlement request into perspective. While no one wants to hand over that much money, Dončić’s earning power over the next several years gives him a real path to recovering it.
What Happens Next
For now, both sides appear to be navigating a complicated situation — one that involves not just money, but custody of two young children and the future of a decade-long relationship. Goltes’s decision to drop the Los Angeles child support case, paired with her comment about reaching an “amicable” resolution, hints that a settlement outside of a prolonged legal battle is still possible.
Whether the final number lands anywhere close to $50 million remains to be seen. What’s clear is that Dončić is heading into a pivotal NBA season while also working to protect his relationship with his daughters — a balancing act that plenty of fans will be watching closely in the months ahead.
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