Luka Doncic closed last season with 28.2 points, 8.1 rebounds and 7.5 assists on 43.8% shooting for the Los Angeles Lakers. Still, there was a sense across the league that he wasn’t in top condition, navigating weight criticism, a calf injury, and the inevitable hurdles of joining a new team midseason. The upcoming season though could tell a whole new story.
After the Lakers’ playoff exit, Doncic wasted no time getting in better shape. Recent sightings show he’s shed weight and looks slimmer and leaner than last year. Naturally, fans are now wondering how much more dangerous he could be at peak condition.
A full summer with the Lakers and a healthier body could set up Doncic for an even better season. One anonymous scout even predicts he will win both MVP and the scoring title, especially after the way the Dallas Mavericks treated him last year.
“I think he’s gonna win MVP and the scoring title next season. He wants to get revenge on Dallas for basically fat-shaming him.”
“I think he’s gonna win MVP and the scoring title next season. He wants to get revenge on Dallas for basically fat-shaming him.”
– Anonymous scout on Luka Doncic
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— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) August 11, 2025
