IZTOK ON KIDD'S DEFENSIVE SYSTEM AND THE ROSTER

[Kammrath]

1) Luka should start the season in shape because I think it being put of shape and carrying extra weight can lead to injury and a.shorter prime;

2) I'm not sure what the Mavs can do other than coach and encourage him to do the right thing for the sake of his career;

3) I don't believe that extra weight from fat makes one stronger,.though it can make one harder to move, which could be beneficial. But I don't think many (here, at least) are advocating for Luka to lose a lot of weight. "Be in shape and lose the extra weight" doesn't have to mean "lose a lot of weight". He was hard to move last season, and he was carrying less extra weight.