Luka Doncic injury update: Mavericks superstar exits game vs. Nuggets late with ankle injury
A big win over the Denver Nuggets turned sour for the Dallas Mavericks in the last minute when Luka Doncic appeared to be suffering from an ankle injury.
After the Denver game, Doncic averaged 24.9 points, 8.3 rebounds and 7.9 assists.
What’s next for Doncic? Here’s everything we know about his injury and the latest news on when he can get back on the pitch.
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What is Luka Doncic’s injury?
The injury was sustained when the Mavericks superstar tried to block an Austin Rivers layup. Rivers’ body seemed to roll over Doncic’s ankle after the play.
The win improved Dallas to 9-4 that season, good for third place in the Western Conference.
Doncic was his usual dominant self in victory, ending up with 23 points, eight rebounds, 11 assists, two steals and a 37-minute block.
How long will Luka Doncic be out?
Doncic wasn’t available to the post-game media as he was under treatment and head coach Jason Kidd was unable to provide an immediate update.
“Luka left on her own,” said Kidd.
“I think he’s rolled up his left lower leg so we’ll see how he feels.”
Trail Blazer’s upcoming 2021-22 schedule
The Mavericks have a night off before heading to Phoenix for a marquee match with the Suns.
| date | opponent | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Wed, November 17th | at Phoenix | 10:00 PM |
| Fri, Nov. 19 | at Phoenix | 10:00 PM |
| Sun November 21 | at LA Clippers | 3:30 PM |
| Tuesday, November 23 | at LA Clippers | 10:30 p.m. |
| Sat, November 27th | against Washington | 8:30 p.m. |
| Mon, November 29th | vs. Cleveland | 8:30 p.m. |
| Wed, December 1st | in New Orleans | 8:00 pm |
Doncic was a sustained player during the early part of his career, having played all 13 games so far this season after missing just six in the regular season of 72 games in the 2020-21 season.
Stay tuned for more updates from the team on the status of Doncic and his ankle.
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