DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks held a follow Saturday earlier than their subsequent recreation in Los Angeles towards the Clippers on Monday. Mavs head coach Jason Kidd offered damage updates Luka Doncic And PJ Washington.
“PJ did the coaching, he was good,” Kidd stated. “After which Luka competed in no-contact at this time, so he was good.”
Doncic and Washington too be prepared for Monday’s recreation?
“I wouldn’t say Monday,” Kidd stated. “However we’ll see how the whole lot goes after we get again from Los Angeles.” We’ll most likely have a greater thought of what is going on to occur on Thursday.”
Doncic is coping with a calf contusion whereas Washington is battling hip tightness. Neither damage is taken into account severe, however the Mavs are nonetheless carefully monitoring considerations.
Kidd additionally gave an replace on Washington on Friday, saying that the The Mavs ahead labored out throughout Friday’s follow. Nonetheless, the newest replace on Doncic earlier than Saturday got here forward of Thursday’s preseason recreation towards the Utah Jazz. Kidd stated Doncic doubtless will not play Monday, however did not rule out last preseason recreation towards the Milwaukee Bucks, one thing that apparently hasn’t modified.
Nonetheless, Doncic’s participation in “contactless” is a promising step. He nonetheless has work to do earlier than enjoying a match however Doncic appears to be on course.
Luka Doncic nonetheless injured
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The Mavericks would certainly like Doncic to take part in a recreation alongside new teammate Klay Thompson earlier than the common season. That being stated, Dallas will not rush Doncic both. There isn’t a cause to danger additional damage.
It stays to be seen whether or not Doncic or Washington will play within the preseason. They have not performed but and the Mavericks may not make a last choice till Thursday’s recreation towards the Bucks.
We’ll proceed to watch and supply updates as they turn into obtainable.
