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Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ early elimination from the 2025 NBA playoffs, all eyes have turned to the team’s new star duo LeBron James and Luka Dončić. While the on-court chemistry between the two is still developing, one thing is already clear: LeBron’s influence on Dončić is taking shape quite literally.
Recent images and footage from the Lakers’ offseason workouts show a noticeably leaner and more defined Dončić, sparking conversation among fans and analysts. Known for his
exceptional basketball IQ and elite playmaking, Dončić has at times faced criticism for his conditioning. However, this new transformation suggests a shift in focus one that many attribute to LeBron’s mentorship and elite training habits.
LeBron, now in the twilight of his career, has long been admired for his commitment to physical fitness, recovery, and nutrition all of which have helped him maintain peak performance into his 40s. Sources close to the Lakers report that Dončić has embraced the same routines, often working out alongside James in private sessions designed to elevate both strength and endurance.
This physical evolution could be a game-changer for Dončić and the Lakers, who are looking to make a deeper playoff run next season. With a renewed commitment to fitness and the guidance of one of basketball’s greatest leaders, Dončić appears poised to take his game to the next level both mentally and physically.
The LeBron effect, it seems, is already paying off.
