Luka Doncic returns to Mavericks' lineup tonight vs. Pistons
Luka Doncic suffered a left ankle sprain during the 1st quarter of Mavericks-Suns last Thursday.
Dallas Mavericks forward-guard Luka Doncic will play tonight against the Detroit Pistons (8:30 ET, NBA League Pass), the team announced earlier.
Luka Dončić (left ankle sprain) will be available for tonight's game against the Pistons.
Maxi Kleber (right hamstring tear) and Christian Wood (left thumb fracture) will remain out.
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Doncic was sidelined for Saturday’s 108-100 loss in Utah due to a left ankle sprain. The 23-year-old superstar suffered the injury last Thursday against the Phoenix Suns.
He was trying to make a move close to the basket against Phoenix’s Cam Johnson but stepped on Mikal Bridges’ foot before passing the ball and limping away. Coach Jason Kidd called a timeout, and Doncic slowly made his way to the locker room. Despite Luka’s absence, the Mavericks went on to a 99-95 victory over the Suns.
Doncic is averaging 33 points, 8.9 rebounds and 8.4 assists with the Mavericks this season.
