Luka Transforms Under LeBron’s Influence…

Luka Doncic, often critiqued for his lack of conditioning, is now determined to flip that script as he gears up for a new adventure with the Los Angeles Lakers. With a hefty offseason under his belt, he’s reemerging in peak form. Coach JJ Redick emphasized championship-level conditioning, and Doncic took to heart the idea of jogging while juggling flaming basketballs—just in time for EuroBasket! Helping him is Lakers’ assistant coach Greg St. Jean who claims LeBron James and his legendary 5 a.m. workout routine inspired this transformation. Seeing LeBron work out before the sun is even awake is like having coffee for breakfast.

Doncic’s remarkable performance at EuroBasket catapulted him to Slovenia’s all-time leading scorer status—and he’s just 26 years old. Inspired by LeBron, this partnership is shaping up like a buddy cop movie where muscles meet skills. LeBron’s two-way street of motivation didn’t just pave a fast lane for Doncic’s comeback; it opened new expressways of aspiration for the entire squad. With this collaboration, the Lakers aim to avoid tripping over their playoff dreams and hopefully keep Doncic away from unplanned ice baths!