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Luka Doncic’s Ex-Fiancée Suddenly Drops Child Support Suit
Luka Dončić and Anamaria Goltes Agree to Work Things Out Privately for Their Daughters
What Happened in Simple Terms
Imagine two parents who live in different countries trying to figure out what’s best for their two little girls. That’s exactly what’s happening with NBA superstar Luka Dončić and his ex-fiancée Anamaria Goltes.
Here’s the short version: Goltes had asked a court in Los Angeles for child support and legal fees back in March. But on Monday, she officially withdrew that request. She said she wants to handle everything privately and peacefully — putting their daughters first.
Important Point: This doesn’t mean everything is 100% settled forever. It just means both sides are choosing to talk and agree outside of a California courtroom — and let the courts in Slovenia handle the official custody decisions.
Who Are the People Involved?
| Person | Role | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Luka Dončić | NBA star, 27 years old | Plays for the Los Angeles Lakers; from Slovenia |
| Anamaria Goltes | Ex-fiancée, mother of their kids | Lives in Slovenia with the children |
| Gabriela | Daughter | 2 years old |
| Olivia | Daughter | 7 months old |
Timeline: How We Got Here
- March 2026 – Goltes files a petition in Los Angeles Superior Court asking for child support and attorney fees.
- February 2026 – Dončić files a request in Slovenian courts for immediate contact with the girls, plus joint custody and support arrangements.
- May 2026 – After the Lakers lose in the playoffs, Dončić announces he’ll skip playing for Slovenia’s national team this summer to stay with his daughters.
- August 4, 2026 – Goltes withdraws her California petition, saying she wants an amicable, mutual agreement.
- August 14, 2026 – Original court date in LA (now canceled due to withdrawal).
- August 20–24, 2026 – Dončić hosts the entire Lakers team in Ljubljana, Slovenia for a minicamp — so he can bond with teammates and be near his kids.
Why This Matters (And Why It’s a Big Deal)
Important Point: When parents live in different countries, custody and support get very complicated. Courts in both the U.S. and Slovenia could claim authority. By stepping back from the U.S. case, Goltes is letting Slovenian courts take the lead — which makes sense since the kids live there.
- Less fighting in court = less stress for everyone (especially the kids)
- Dončić gets more time with his daughters this summer
- Lakers team bonding happens in Slovenia — a creative win-win!
What “Amicable Resolution” Really Means (ELI5 Style)
Think of it like this:
Two friends arguing over a toy decide: "Let’s not ask the teacher. Let’s just talk and share."
That’s what Goltes and Dončić are doing — talking directly (or through lawyers) to agree on:
- How much time each parent gets with the girls
- Who pays for what (school, doctors, clothes, etc.)
- How they’ll make big decisions together
No judge telling them what to do. Just two parents trying to do right by their kids.
Summary
- Anamaria Goltes withdrew her child support petition in California.
- She wants to resolve everything privately with Luka Dončić.
- Their two daughters (Gabriela, 2, and Olivia, 7 months) live in Slovenia with Goltes.
- Slovenian courts are now handling custody and support.
- Dončić skipped international basketball to be with his kids this summer.
- He’s even bringing the whole Lakers team to Slovenia for a minicamp — so he can be a dad and a teammate.
FAQ: Questions You Might Have
1. Why did Goltes file in California if they live in Slovenia?
Because Dončić works and plays in the U.S. (for the Lakers), so she could ask a U.S. court for support. But since the kids live in Slovenia, it made more sense to handle it there.
2. Does this mean Dončić doesn’t have to pay child support?
No. It just means they’ll figure out the amount together (or through Slovenian courts), not through a California judge.
3. What is “joint custody”?
It means both parents share the right to make big decisions — like school, doctors, religion — and usually spend significant time with the kids.
4. Why is Dončić bringing the Lakers to Slovenia?
He wants to spend time with his daughters and help his new teammates bond before the season. Smart move!
5. Is this all over now?
Not completely. The Slovenian courts are still working on the official custody agreement. But the nasty public court fight in the U.S. is paused — maybe for good.
Want to follow the story? Keep an eye on Slovenian court updates — and watch for photos of the Lakers eating štruklji in Ljubljana!
