One of Luka Dončić's teammates on the Slovenian national team has noticed a clear difference with the Los Angeles Lakers star's new, slimmer frame.

The Los Angeles Lakers made a shocking move at February's NBA trade deadline, acquiring five-time All-NBA First Team guard Luka Doncic. Of course, it was the wild decision by the Dallas Mavericks that led to this unbelievable move, and the Lakers simply benefited from it.

NBA analyst Stephen A. Smith speaks on Luka Doncic's willingness to represent Slovenia despite suffering a knee injury.

NBA season as the undeniable centerpiece of the Los Angeles Lakers, carrying immense pressure to deliver immediate championship success.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/lakers as Lakers Notes: Luka Doncic Injury Update, Austin Reaves Predicted to Leave LA, Playoff Run Incoming?.

Slovenia are still waiting for their first win in the build-up to EuroBasket 2025 after falling short against Latvia. Slovenia seemed on course for victory with a 13-point lead in the first quarter, but Latvia fought back and completed the turnaround,

"They'd come out there and destroy you, win games, but with a big smile" - Tyson Chandler calls Luka Doncic modern-day Magic Johnson originally appeared on Basketball Network.

Former Dallas Mavericks champion and 2012 Defensive Player of the Year Tyson Chandler is now a player development coach for the Mavericks. But just like everybody, he was completely caught off guard by the stunning trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis.