Lakers Predicted to Trade for Former Luka Doncic Mavericks Teammate originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Los Angeles Lakers need to acquire a center this offseason for stars Luka Doncic and LeBron James after parting ways with Anthony Davis to get Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks.

Given how much of a role Luka Dončić's weight and commitment to conditioning played in the Dallas Mavericks' decision to trade him in February, the five-time All-Star has dedicated himself to getting in peak condition this summer.

Is slim Luka Dončić returning 👀 Dončić has been incredibly committed to his conditioning this offseason, writes @DanWoikeSports. He’s dropped significant weight and is working on strict diet and cardio training, according to a source with knowledge of the plan. In a shift from… pic.twitter.com/SsNQnA1xbl