Luka Doncic’s Offseason Training
Just days after finalizing a lucrative contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers and attending a Backstreet Boys concert in Las Vegas with fellow players, Luka Doncic found himself back in Slovenia, training with his national team in preparation for the upcoming EuroBasket tournament. Although the location had shifted from the bright lights of Las Vegas to his home country, one persistent topic remained on the minds of reporters: Doncic’s weight loss and his offseason fitness regimen.
Addressing Fitness Speculation
In an interview with the Slovenian news outlet SIOL.net, translated by Eurohoops.net, Doncic addressed the ongoing speculation about his physical condition.
“People have frequently asked about my fitness, but I felt I performed very well in the past, too. This summer, however, we approached my training differently. Last year was particularly tough for me — I played until June and immediately transitioned into Olympic qualifiers, but this time I had more time to prepare and a more structured plan,”
Doncic explained.
New Exercise Routine
Regarding his new exercise routine, he noted,
“The beginning was challenging, but it eventually became a part of my routine. It remains to be seen how this will reflect in my performance during games, as I haven’t stepped onto the court since the NBA season wrapped up and have only recently started scrimmaging.”
Looking Ahead
Doncic’s revelations align with his statements made in Los Angeles the previous week. With his enhanced conditioning, Doncic might find himself playing with increased speed and a lower risk of injury. Lakers’ coach J.J. Redick is intent on ensuring both Doncic and superstar LeBron James remain healthy for the postseason, which will likely necessitate strategic resting times throughout the regular season.
Fans and analysts alike are eager to witness how a reinvigorated Doncic performs on the court this season. His initial test will come soon when Slovenia engages in warm-up matches, beginning with two games against Germany. The competition intensifies starting on August 28 when Slovenia faces Poland in their EuroBasket opener.
