It was just over three weeks ago when Luka Doncic's trainer was misquoted when discussing the Dallas Mavericks star's physique. "Not in top shape yet" was the translation, missing a key qualifier. So when Doncic addressed reporters last week for the first time in nearly three months, he was immediately asked about the state of his physical shape.
"He said, like, 'game shape,'" Doncic said. "I know what shape I'm in. I think I'm in good shape, and I'll just get better until Orlando games start."
Good shape vs. game shape is an important distinction.