Marc Gasol credits his weight loss as the reason for his strong start, The New York Times reports.

Gasol credits his weight loss as the reason for his strong start, The New York Times reports.

Analysis:

Gasol entered the 2014-15 season boasting that he was in the best shape of his life and ready to be more aggressive offensively, and his words have held water. Over the last five games Gasol is averaging 25.0 points (60.5 FG, 91.7 FT), 8.8 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.7 blocks and 0.6 steals in 34 minutes per game, and he is emerging as a legitimate MVP candidate.