Dallas Mavericks are feeling the void of Luka Doncic in the team. Mavs lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday by a score line of 134-122 at the American Airlines Center. Doncic did not feature in the match, marking his fifth absence since sustaining the sprain on his left ankle on the Christmas Day clash against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Mavericks are really struggling in the absence of Luka Doncic and there is no sign of an early return from the Slovenian.
Luka Doncic Injury Update
According to Brad Townsend of the Dallas Morning News, it may take considerable time for Luka to return to training, let alone return to match action.
Luka Doncic arrived from the AAC parking garage with his leg propped on a little scooter, so, yeah, it’ll be a while before he can train, much less play.
— Brad Townsend (@townbrad) January 3, 2025
Luka Doncic arrived from the AAC parking garage with his leg propped on a little scooter, so, yeah, it’ll be a while before he can train, much less play.
Luka Doncic's injury has taken the Mavericks' season southwards. Under Jason Kidd's leadership, the team was flourishing however since the injury suffered to the star guard, the team has lost four out of its last five games. The results have impacted their position on the Western Conference Table as well. They have plummeted to 6th on the table.
Injuries have severely bruised the season of Dallas Mavericks. Besides Luka Doncic, star players like Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson and Dereck Lively II have also spent their respective stints on the sidelines due to injuries. Thus, it has been that kind of season for the Western Conference defending champions.
Mavs In Dire Straits
Having lost four of their last five matches, the pressure is on Kidd to find answers. Mavericks have a respite in the form of a couple days off, they will take on the Grizzlies next, who are seeded second on the Western Conference table. Thus, the Mavericks will face an uphill task on Monday.
Nevertheless, what may not kill them might make them stronger. The match against the Grizzlies could also prove to be an opportunity for the Mavericks, as a win at the FedEx Forum could break the string of losses and put some positive momentum behind them.