Luka Doncic has been cleared to play in the Dallas Mavericks’ game against the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night despite being questionable due to suffering a thumb injury.

Doncic’s left thumb was injured during the first quarter of the Mavs’ 107-88 loss to the LA Clippers on Saturday night when he attempted to steal the ball from the Clippers’ James Harden during the first quarter, striking his thumb against Harden’s knee. Despite his injury, Doncic decided to play on in the game, scoring 30 points in 38 minutes.

At half-time, Doncic underwent X-rays, while an MRI on Monday revealed that he suffered a “low grade” sprain. Doncic’s inclusion in Tuesday night’s game is a welcome sight for the Mavericks, with the player averaging 30.5 points, 7.9 rebounds and 7.8 assists in 16 games this season.

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Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic will be sidelined for his team’s road game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday night. This comes after he picked up a left thigh strain.

The Mavericks’ point guard has been harboring a left thigh injury for several games, with the pain getting progressively worse over time. As a result, Doncic exited during the third quarter from the Mavericks’ 113-106 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday.

Doncic underwent an MRI scan on Thursday, however, no damage on his thigh was revealed. Sources revealed to ESPN that Doncic is expected to be able to return to action once his discomfort subsides.

In addition to Doncic, Kyrie Irving has been listed as questionable as he continues to experience right foot soreness. “Hopefully, he’ll be able to join us in Memphis,” Dallas coach Jason Kidd told reporters when asked about the player’s fitness.

Currently, the Mavericks consider Doncic’s injury as being day-to-day, Kidd revealed.

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Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic picked up an ankle sprain during his team’s 99-95 win over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night. Doncic exited during the first quarter of the game after stepping on the foot of a Suns defender while pivoting on his left ankle.

Following the incident, Mavericks coach Jason Kidd decided to call a timeout with 8:39 left on the clock in the first quarter of play. Doncic was subsequently substituted and escorted to the locker room by Casey Smith, the Mavericks’  director of player health and performance. Dallas announced at the end of the first period that Doncic would not be returning to the game.

Doncic later underwent an X-ray, the result of which came up negative. According to Kidd, Doncic remained “in good spirits” after the game. “He looked good, he looked fine,” Kidd confirmed before cautioning, “But we’ll see how he feels as we go forward.”

The NBA’s leading scorer this season with 33.8 points per game, Doncic is also averaging a team-best 9.1 rebounds and 8.6 assists per game. Any potential absence of Doncic from the Mavs’ lineup would pose a major obstacle, with the Mavs going 0-5 in games without Doncic this season.

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Guard Luka Doncic was unavailable to play in the Dallas Mavericks’ 144-115 loss to the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Saturday night after incurring a right quadriceps strain.

Dallas struggled without the 23-year-old star in their ranks as the Bulls delivered their greatest offensive output of the season. DeMar DeRozan grabbed 28 points and nine rebounds, while Nikola Vucevic scored 20 points and racked up eight rebounds. The Bulls shot a season-high 63.5% in to grab their second straight victory.

Doncic initially felt quad pain during the Mavericks’ narrow 106-105 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night, during which he grabbed 33 points, 11 assists, and six rebounds. The Slovenian had to leave the court after 37 minutes as a result.

Joining Doncic on the sidelines is forward Maxi Kleber, who is struggling with right foot soreness, and guard Josh Green, who is recovering from a right elbow sprain. Both players appeared alongside Doncic in Friday’s loss before being ruled out of Saturday’s game.

At present, the Mavericks find themselves in 10th position on the Western Conference standings. They next face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night as they look to overturn a two-game losing streak.

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Dallas Mavericks’ star guard Luka Doncic won’t miss his first All-Star game after all. Doncic, who missed the past couple of weeks due to ankle injury, confirmed that he will return to action in time to participate in All-Star weekend festivities.

Doncic shared the news with repoters on Tuesday after team practice.

“I’m ready,” said Doncic via ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. “I’m just excited to be back out there and play basketball.”

According to Macmahon, Doncic will be on court even before the All-Star break, as he intends to play in the upcoming Mavs’ game against Sacramento Kings.

Luka Doncic has been crucial for Mavs this season, helping the team to insert themselves into playoff contention in a loaded Western Conference. Doncic also established himself as an MVP candidate, averaging 28.8 points, 9.5 rebounds and 8.7 assists per game. However, his great run was troubled with ankle issues which caused him to miss 11 games this season.

Doncic, who is currently in his second NBA season, has been voted a starter in the All-Star game which will take place in Chicago. He will also play in the Rising Stars game for the World team.

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Luka Doncic has been cleared to play in the Dallas Mavericks’ game against the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night despite being questionable due to suffering a thumb injury.

Doncic’s left thumb was injured during the first quarter of the Mavs’ 107-88 loss to the LA Clippers on Saturday night when he attempted to steal the ball from the Clippers’ James Harden during the first quarter, striking his thumb against Harden’s knee. Despite his injury, Doncic decided to play on in the game, scoring 30 points in 38 minutes.

At half-time, Doncic underwent X-rays, while an MRI on Monday revealed that he suffered a “low grade” sprain. Doncic’s inclusion in Tuesday night’s game is a welcome sight for the Mavericks, with the player averaging 30.5 points, 7.9 rebounds and 7.8 assists in 16 games this season.

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Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic will be sidelined for his team’s road game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday night. This comes after he picked up a left thigh strain.

The Mavericks’ point guard has been harboring a left thigh injury for several games, with the pain getting progressively worse over time. As a result, Doncic exited during the third quarter from the Mavericks’ 113-106 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday.

Doncic underwent an MRI scan on Thursday, however, no damage on his thigh was revealed. Sources revealed to ESPN that Doncic is expected to be able to return to action once his discomfort subsides.

In addition to Doncic, Kyrie Irving has been listed as questionable as he continues to experience right foot soreness. “Hopefully, he’ll be able to join us in Memphis,” Dallas coach Jason Kidd told reporters when asked about the player’s fitness.

Currently, the Mavericks consider Doncic’s injury as being day-to-day, Kidd revealed.

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Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic picked up an ankle sprain during his team’s 99-95 win over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night. Doncic exited during the first quarter of the game after stepping on the foot of a Suns defender while pivoting on his left ankle.

Following the incident, Mavericks coach Jason Kidd decided to call a timeout with 8:39 left on the clock in the first quarter of play. Doncic was subsequently substituted and escorted to the locker room by Casey Smith, the Mavericks’  director of player health and performance. Dallas announced at the end of the first period that Doncic would not be returning to the game.

Doncic later underwent an X-ray, the result of which came up negative. According to Kidd, Doncic remained “in good spirits” after the game. “He looked good, he looked fine,” Kidd confirmed before cautioning, “But we’ll see how he feels as we go forward.”

The NBA’s leading scorer this season with 33.8 points per game, Doncic is also averaging a team-best 9.1 rebounds and 8.6 assists per game. Any potential absence of Doncic from the Mavs’ lineup would pose a major obstacle, with the Mavs going 0-5 in games without Doncic this season.

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Guard Luka Doncic was unavailable to play in the Dallas Mavericks’ 144-115 loss to the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Saturday night after incurring a right quadriceps strain.

Dallas struggled without the 23-year-old star in their ranks as the Bulls delivered their greatest offensive output of the season. DeMar DeRozan grabbed 28 points and nine rebounds, while Nikola Vucevic scored 20 points and racked up eight rebounds. The Bulls shot a season-high 63.5% in to grab their second straight victory.

Doncic initially felt quad pain during the Mavericks’ narrow 106-105 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night, during which he grabbed 33 points, 11 assists, and six rebounds. The Slovenian had to leave the court after 37 minutes as a result.

Joining Doncic on the sidelines is forward Maxi Kleber, who is struggling with right foot soreness, and guard Josh Green, who is recovering from a right elbow sprain. Both players appeared alongside Doncic in Friday’s loss before being ruled out of Saturday’s game.

At present, the Mavericks find themselves in 10th position on the Western Conference standings. They next face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night as they look to overturn a two-game losing streak.

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Dallas Mavericks’ star guard Luka Doncic won’t miss his first All-Star game after all. Doncic, who missed the past couple of weeks due to ankle injury, confirmed that he will return to action in time to participate in All-Star weekend festivities.

Doncic shared the news with repoters on Tuesday after team practice.

“I’m ready,” said Doncic via ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. “I’m just excited to be back out there and play basketball.”

According to Macmahon, Doncic will be on court even before the All-Star break, as he intends to play in the upcoming Mavs’ game against Sacramento Kings.

Luka Doncic has been crucial for Mavs this season, helping the team to insert themselves into playoff contention in a loaded Western Conference. Doncic also established himself as an MVP candidate, averaging 28.8 points, 9.5 rebounds and 8.7 assists per game. However, his great run was troubled with ankle issues which caused him to miss 11 games this season.

Doncic, who is currently in his second NBA season, has been voted a starter in the All-Star game which will take place in Chicago. He will also play in the Rising Stars game for the World team.

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