This week, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dive into Men’s Health Luka — the shock heard 'round the NBA. Is this the season Luka Doncic finally cashes in on all that MVP hype? We break down the jaw-dropping 1.4 expected MVPs stat, why his shredded transformation could change everything and whether the Lakers' roster chaos might hold him back. Plus: RFA contract predictions, why 40-point games don’t always equal big paydays, and the very real possibility that Cam Thomas is better than Tim Duncan (kidding).

(1:20) - Is Luka 2.0 ready for an MVP run?

(15:55) - Can Lakers win enough games for Luka to win MVP?

(19:30) - Lakers' defensive concerns

(23:30) - Can Lakers offense be good enough to support Luka MVP bid?

(27:20) - Can Luka stay healthy enough to win MVP?

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