Luka Doncic cites conditioning concerns with the Dallas Mavericks as a "big motive" as he begins his journey with the Los Angeles Lakers.

During Doncic's introductory press conference on Tuesday, Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka shared that the team's medical staff has a return-to-play plan for Doncic in the works. Doncic is set to practice 5-on-5 on Wednesday, and his official status is considered day-to-day.

The Los Angeles Lakers’ acquisition of Luka Doncic has altered the future of a franchise that had been trying to squeeze one more championship run out of 40-year-old LeBron James’ partnership with Anthony Davis.