The Los Angeles Lakers are hiring a Head Strength and Conditioning Coach to ensure players stay motivated and consistent in the weight room.
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to hire a Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, with one of the goals being to hold players accountable. The position pays between $200,000 and $250,000 per year.
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Per the announcement, this coach will create and manage personalized strength and conditioning plans for each player to help them perform at their best and stay healthy.
The job involves running workouts year-round, adjusting them as needed, and making sure players stay motivated and consistent in the weight room.
The coach will also lead warm-up and activation sessions before practices, games, and shootarounds. The role requires working well with a team, keeping a flexible schedule, and being able to travel overnight for long periods.
A bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, Sports Science, Kinesiology, or a related field is required. A master's degree is preferred.
Applicants must also be able to lift 100 pounds or more and demonstrate proper exercise techniques.
More details and the job application can be found here.
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The LA Lakers and new team leader Luka Doncic, acquired mid-season, were eliminated in the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs. The Slovenian star played through a back injury in the decisive Game 5.
Despite his efforts, he drew sharp criticism on the NBA on TNT, particularly from Hall of Famer Charles Barkley.
"You're an elite player and you're getting ready to get 300-400 million dollars, you gotta get in shape to earn that money. He can't guard anybody," Barkley said. "Luka can't guard a chair.
"He gotta learn to play defense and get in shape," Chuck added. "Try getting in shape first, and then it would help."
Looking back, Doncic's fitness reportedly contributed to the Dallas Mavericks' shocking decision to trade him in February for Anthony Davis.
Still, Luka has embraced the criticism as motivation. Many believe he should take inspiration from 40-year-old LeBron James—a conditioning machine—heading into the offseason.
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