Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Dončić, a former No. 3 draft pick and five-time All-NBA selection, has faced criticism for his conditioning but is now committed to improving it through a gluten-free diet, intermittent fasting, and rigorous training. Following an early playoff exit, he expressed motivation to enhance his fitness, indicating he feels lighter and potentially more athletic ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season.
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The Miami Heat explored trading Terry Rozier this offseason, considering a swap with Marcus Smart, but found no clear consensus on whether it would be an upgrade. Rozier, who averaged 10.6 points and 3.7 rebounds last season, is under federal investigation for betting irregularities, though he has not been charged and has been cleared by the NBA of any wrongdoing. Want More Context? 🔎
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The New York Knicks are looking to hire Brendan O'Connor, a defensive coach and assistant with the Los Angeles Clippers, as the lead assistant under head coach Mike Brown, according to sources. This comes after the Knicks' recent attempt to recruit Pablo Prigioni, who opted to stay with the Timberwolves, while they may still pursue an offensive-minded assistant. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Brooklyn Nets are slow to negotiate a long-term contract with Cam Thomas, offering two-year proposals around $14.1 million annually while Thomas seeks about $30 million per year. If he doesn't accept Brooklyn's offers, he may opt for a $5.99 million qualifying offer, allowing him to become an unrestricted free agent next summer. Want More Context? 🔎
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