Big Announcement For Dallas Mavericks Supporters

Luka Doncic’s Game Status for Mavericks-Trail Blazers Confirmed

The Dallas Mavericks face the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night, and fans are eager to see if Luka Doncic will return to the lineup. The MVP candidate has missed two consecutive games against the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday and Saturday due to a heel contusion, which he reportedly sustained during the Mavericks’ game against the Golden State Warriors last Sunday. With a high-profile Western Conference Finals rematch looming on Wednesday, Doncic is focused on returning to full health.

Doncic’s Updated Status

Ahead of Monday’s game, Doncic was listed as questionable. However, the Mavericks have now confirmed that he will be available to play. His return is welcome news for Dallas as they look to maintain their strong position in the Western Conference standings.

Doncic’s last return from a multi-game absence also came against Portland on December 1. In that matchup, despite the absence of key teammates like Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson, he delivered an outstanding performance with 36 points, 13 assists, and seven rebounds. This time, Irving and Thompson are both available, setting the stage for a potentially explosive Mavericks lineup.

Injury Concerns and Playoff Focus

Doncic has already missed eight games this season, nearing the 17-game threshold that would render him ineligible for postseason awards. Despite this, Doncic has made it clear that his priority is staying healthy for the playoffs and helping the Mavericks pursue a championship.

Additional Injury Updates

For Dallas, Jaden Hardy, Dante Exum, and Brandon Williams remain out. On the Trail Blazers’ side, Matisse Thybulle has been ruled out, and Robert Williams III is a late addition to the injury report, listed as questionable with an ankle injury.

The Mavericks will look to build momentum with Doncic back in the lineup, aiming to secure another victory and further establish themselves as contenders in the Western Conference.

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