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Lakers Reunite Luka Dončić With Former Mavericks Trainer as Trade Talks Stall

The Lakers have hired Jeremy Holsopple to manage Dončić’s conditioning after his 30-pound transformation following his contract extension.

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Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to his three-point basket against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second quarter of Game Four of the First Round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center on April 27, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Overview

  • The Lakers have recruited Jeremy Holsopple as head strength and conditioning coach to oversee Dončić’s training.
  • This offseason’s veteran additions of Marcus Smart, Deandre Ayton and Jake LaRavia are aimed at bolstering perimeter defense and frontcourt depth.
  • Despite speculative trade pitches for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Malik Monk and Jimmy Butler, the front office remains in a self-described “wait-and-see” mode on major transactions.
  • An anonymous NBA scout praised Dončić’s improved conditioning and predicted he could challenge for MVP and the scoring title next season.
  • Assistant coach Nate McMillan indicated that Bronny James could earn NBA rotation minutes, underscoring the team’s emphasis on internal development.