Kleber only got five minutes in the Lakers\u2019 Game 5<\/a> when the Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated them. This was due to an injury he was struggling with since the trade.<\/p>\n During the offseason, we got reports that Kleber is healthier than ever and will impact the Lakers<\/a> in a positive way.<\/p>\n Michael Cooper believes Kleber could help the Lakers<\/a>, playing a big role in their potential path to championship success. And after seeing his latest offseason workout, Lakers fans seem to agree.<\/p>\n Maxi Kleber shared a clip on Instagram of himself working out during this offseason. The German was noticeably slimmer and was moving with the same energy fans saw in Dallas.<\/p>\n Immediately, LA Lakers fans started to chime in, with one fan noting, \u2018Hold up\u2026 is Maxi Kleber on that Luka diet too?\u201d<\/p>\n Another fan added to this by saying, \u201cMaxi has always looked and jumped like this, but staying healthy is what we need to see.\u201d<\/p>\n One Lakers fan made an interesting bet, claiming, \u201cI\u2019m banking that Kleber is going to have a 2020 Dwight Howard<\/a> type of redemption season\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n While another fan asked for Kleber to stay, writing, \u201cLakers better hold on to him.\u201d<\/p>\n This sentiment was echoed by a similar Lakers fan, who said, \u201cI\u2019m good with Kleber staying on the team.\u201d<\/p>\n But one cynical LA Lakers fan pointed out an important fact, noting, \u201cAnyone that\u2019s on a contract year magically cares and goes on a diet.\u201d<\/p>\n Maxi Kleber could be a useful rotation piece behind Deandre Ayton<\/p>\n Maxi Kleber has the chance to be a great player for the LA Lakers. As presently constructed, Kleber isn\u2019t going to be a starter on the LA Lakers.<\/p>\n![\"Maxi](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/GettyImages-2207584794-941x627.jpg\")
Allen J. Schaben \/ Los Angeles Times via Getty ImagesLA Lakers fans love Maxi Kleber showing off new physique and athleticism<\/p>\n