Red Star Captain Reveals Zach LaVine Plays EuroLeague Games Without Underwear

Zach LaVine, the high-profile new signing for Hapoel Tel Aviv and a well-known figure in European basketball, has been the subject of surprising revelations by Ognjen Dobrić, captain of Red Star Belgrade and Serbian national team player. In a recent Serbian podcast, Dobrić shared unusual details about LaVine's habits during EuroLeague games, which are rarely discussed among players.

Dobrić disclosed that LaVine applies creams all over his body before games and notably plays without wearing underwear. He described LaVine's shorts as very revealing and warned about the slippery nature of the creams, joking that defenders need to be careful where they place their hands to avoid accidental contact with intimate areas. Dobrić anticipated that people might misinterpret the situation when they see photos, emphasizing that it is not what it might seem.

These comments provide a rare glimpse into the personal routines of a top basketball player and add an unexpected layer to LaVine's public persona as he embarks on his career with Hapoel Tel Aviv. The revelations came out on August 27, 2026, and have attracted attention for their candidness and humor.