There is no doubt that Luka Doncic is one of the Dallas Mavericks’ most talented athletes. His strong defensive skills are often considered to be a weakness instead of a strength. The Mavs organization has found scope for improvement, as they prepare a plan for Luka to shed his weight. The team is trying its best to be a strong contender for the NBA Finals as the crucial season approaches.
In appreciation of Luca’s playing technique, he does not rely on pure athleticism to evade the defenders. In terms of his offense, he does not live up to the expectations of the opponents, as it makes it challenging for them to defend against him.
Would Luca change his playing style after reducing his weight, by inducing more dexterity?
Kendrick Perkins excited about the impact of skinny Luka Doncic
Some changes are expected from the team after the Mavericks made it to the Western Conference finals in spite of an unfavorable roster in the 2022 season. Kendrick Perkins believes that the outcome was due to Luca Doncic’s on-field extraordinary skills, which would definitely enhance post-slimming down. The Boston Celtic’s athletes upon the importance of staying in good shape throughout the year; and not just coming into the camp in good shape. He went on and stated:
“I think the Mavs did enough to be in the playoffs. I am not talking about the play-in tournament. I love what they did with the No. 10 pick with Lively, I love the addition of Seth Curry, and I definitely love skinny Luka Doncic.”
“When I bring up wack bodies, I was a part of that team when I played. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen Luka Doncic come into training camp in shape, it’s about being able to sustain that for the long haul. Being able to be disciplined throughout the season, knowing you want to be at your peak during the postseason… That’s what Luka has to do.”
The recent videos and pictures of the NBA athlete suggest that he has been in good shape. Luca is currently training for the upcoming FIBA World Cup in August, but that should not be the pattern to be followed. An athlete must remain fit throughout the year with a proper conditioning schedule.
Mavs encourage Doncic weight loss for improved performance
After participating in the Tokyo Olympics 2021, Luca Doncic weighed 118 kilograms. Recently, Maverick’s Core Team and Luca reached at a consensus to reduce his weight to 104 kilograms, which is an ideal target for him and must be maintained. The last Euro Basket tournament also observed his return with additional weight. The management has issued a strong direction for him to make a return with an ideal weight this season.
Apart from an increased weight, Luka Doncic has also failed in maintaining his course strength to continue his dominance In the league. The balance between ideal weight and strength must be maintained for optimum performance. A nutritionist has also been hired for him in order to assist him in maintaining an apt diet with the training regime.
The Mavericks, fans, and his teammates have high hopes that Luca Doncic would return in his prime physical form. What’s your take on this? Don’t forget to give your own insight in the comments section.
