LUKA 2.0: Is the NBA Ready For Shredded Doncic? | Are the Hawks Still Trae Young's Team?
A newly slimmed-down Luka Doncic has the NBA world buzzing, but will it actually make him a better player on the court? We debate the impact of "Luka 2.0," plus our panel reveals which superstars are the absolute hardest to rank heading into next season.
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Show Notes
We're diving deep into a new Men's Health profile that reveals "Luka 2.0," and debating if this newfound dedication was sparked by the Mavericks trading him. More importantly, will losing weight impact the strength-based style that makes him so dominant?
Full article: https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a65488151/luka-doncic-body-transformation/
While Luka is making changes, the Los Angeles Lakers are standing pat, and it's drawing criticism. We break down why the Lakers haven't made a significant trade in years, with our panel arguing that the front office dramatically overvalues players like Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura.
Then, we pull back the curtain on our upcoming Locked On NBA Top 100 player rankings. Matt and Haize reveal which players are giving them the most trouble. How do you rank elite talent with major injury concerns like Zion Williamson, Kawhi Leonard, and Joel Embiid? And where does a young phenom like Victor Wembanyama land on the list?
Finally, we settle a debate from Atlanta: who is more important to the Hawks' success this season, Trae Young or Jalen Johnson? We also analyze the Chicago Bulls' decision to extend head coach Billy Donovan, questioning if the franchise is rewarding mediocrity or wisely investing in stability.
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