Luka Doncic taking different approach this offseason

May 15, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts against the Phoenix Suns in game seven of the second round for the 2022 NBA playoffs at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Are we going to see a new-and-improved Luka Doncic next season?

The Dallas Mavericks star was seen running some stairs during a training video shared via Instagram on Friday.

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The video was shared by Anže Maček, who is a strength and conditioning coach as well as a personal trainer. His Instagram biography says he works with the Slovenian National Basketball Team.

Doncic has been criticized multiple times over the last few years for seemingly being out of shape. He even admitted two years ago that he showed up to the start of the NBA season out of shape. Part of the problem is that Doncic often has numerous responsibilities during the offseason with the Slovenian national team.

If Doncic spends this offseason focusing on his conditioning — as he appears to be doing — that would be a welcomed development for Mavericks fans. A fit and in-shape Doncic could do a ton of damage in the NBA. Maybe the 24-year-old feels extra motivation after his team failed to make the playoffs this season.

The No. 3 overall pick in 2018, Doncic averaged a career-high 32.4 points, 8.6 rebounds and 8.0 assists per game this season. He has been a first-team All-NBA honoree for four straight seasons.