Luka Doncic’s conditioning has remained under intense scrutiny since the Dallas Mavericks traded him to the Los Angeles Lakers in February.

While his basketball abilities were never questioned, fitness concerns reportedly influenced Dallas’s decision to part ways with their former superstar.

The move to Los Angeles proved beneficial as Doncic helped guide the Lakers back to postseason basketball after a challenging regular season stretch.

Early offseason reports suggest the Slovenian guard has taken those conditioning concerns seriously and made dramatic changes to his approach.

“Luka Dončić has been incredibly committed to his conditioning this offseason, according to Dan Woike,” Yahoo Sports shared on X. “He’s dropped significant weight and is working on strict diet and cardio training, according to a source with knowledge of the plan.”

Recent photos circulating online show a visibly slimmer Doncic as he prepares with Slovenia’s national team for the upcoming EuroBasket tournament.

The transformation has generated significant buzz among Lakers fans who view improved conditioning as crucial for the team’s championship aspirations moving forward.

Magic Johnson previously credited LeBron James as a key influence in Doncic’s professional development following the trade.

The Lakers legend praised James’s mentorship and dedication to preparation as factors that could elevate Doncic’s career trajectory.

Despite any physical limitations during the 2024-25 campaign, Doncic still produced impressive numbers across 50 games between Dallas and Los Angeles.

He averaged 28.2 points, 8.2 rebounds and 7.7 assists while adjusting to a new system and teammates.

The Lakers’ success next season may hinge on whether Doncic maintains this newfound commitment to conditioning.

His improved fitness could address concerns that have followed him throughout his career while maximizing his already elite skill set.