Luka Doncic gained weight after entering the NBA, and that reportedly became one of the main reasons why the Dallas Mavericks traded him to the Los Angeles Lakers. Dallas executives openly criticized his fitness, especially when fans started defending the Slovenian star.
While critics mocked Doncic for putting on weight with the Mavs, he recently fired back at the team’s general manager, Nico Harrison, with a sarcastic jab. The 26-year-old is using the offseason to transform his body, and he’s already achieving remarkable results.
A stunning transformation during the offseason
Firstsportz reported that Men’s Health featured Luka Doncic in an article that showed him in outstanding shape. Doncic emphasized the need to stay healthy and train regularly.
Luka Dončić joined the broadcast booth during tonight’s Yankees game and joked that the Mavericks probably saw his transformation in the latest issue of Men’s Health when Michael Kay brought it up. pic.twitter.com/EBZHzi3pes
— Michael Bier (@MichaelJBier) July 29, 2025
Doncic took the criticism from the Lakers’ coaching staff, NBA fans, and his former team seriously. Now, he’s committing fully to physical training to return in top shape for the next season. He’s already slimming down, and that makes it easier for him to attack the rim effectively.
Doncic appeared in the New York Yankees’ press box, where broadcasters asked if he had sent the magazine article to the Mavericks’ front office. He directly aimed at Nico Harrison, who once called him a “fat embarrassment.”
Doncic replied, “They probably saw it, so I don’t need to worry about that.” The five-time All-NBA First Team guard now feels great about his fitness and remains focused on helping the Lakers in the 2025–26 season.
