Dirk Nowitzki shares thoughts on Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 11:22 AM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026
Dirk Nowitzki recently offered his assessment of Luka Doncic as the guard enters his second full season with the Los Angeles Lakers. During an interview with FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth, Nowitzki praised the appearance and physical condition of his former Dallas Mavericks teammate. Following a 2025 trade that moved the star to Los Angeles, the Lakers have reshaped their roster to build around him. Nowitzki expressed optimism regarding the potential for the upcoming season if Doncic remains healthy. The Mavericks legend plans to follow the campaign closely as the Lakers aim to contend for an NBA championship.
- •Dirk Nowitzki appeared on FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth to discuss the state of the Los Angeles Lakers.
- •Luka Doncic is preparing for his second season in Los Angeles following a 2025 trade.
- •The Los Angeles Lakers roster underwent personnel changes this offseason to build around the guard.
- •Nowitzki remains a supporter of his former teammate and expects a strong performance this season.
- 11:22 AMYahoo Sports — Luka Doncic, Lakers’ Slovenia Trip is Indicative of 6-Time All-Star’s Mentality Next Season, Says 3-Time Champion
- 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Dirk Nowitzki likes Luka Doncic's new, slimmer look
- 6:34 AMYahoo Sports — What Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki thinks of Luka Doncic’s new hairstyle
"Luka Doncic stunned recently after a picture of him sporting a new look surfaced. In the photo, he is sporting a longer hair and a leaner build. NBA great Dirk Nowitzki can’t help himself but be wowed upon seeing the photo. “He look tan, he look slim, he look ready to go,” Nowitzki said during [...]
"Luka Doncic is sporting a new look ahead of his second full season with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Los Angeles Lakers have gone above and beyond to surround Luka Doncic with quality players this offseason.
"People are continuing to notice how slim and fit Luka Doncic is looking this summer.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 6, 2026, 11:22 AMLuka Doncic, Lakers’ Slovenia Trip is Indicative of 6-Time All-Star’s Mentality Next Season, Says 3-Time Champion
Luka Doncic stunned recently after a picture of him sporting a new look surfaced. In the photo, he is sporting a longer hair and a leaner build. NBA great Dirk Nowitzki can’t help himself but be wowed upon seeing the photo. “He look tan, he look slim, he look ready to go,” Nowitzki said during [...]
- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 4:01 PMDirk Nowitzki likes Luka Doncic's new, slimmer look
People are continuing to notice how slim and fit Luka Doncic is looking this summer.
- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 6:34 AMWhat Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki thinks of Luka Doncic’s new hairstyle
Luka Doncic is sporting a new look ahead of his second full season with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Los Angeles Lakers have gone above and beyond to surround Luka Doncic with quality players this offseason.
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