The Dallas Mavericks tackle the Portland Path Blazers at dwelling on Monday night time, seeking to construct some momentum forward of their Christmas matchup in opposition to the Minnesota Timberwolves. They missed Luka Doncic of their final two video games, each in opposition to the LA Clippers, on account of a heel bruise he apparently suffered in opposition to the Golden State Warriors.
With a bye week since that 45-point triple-double in opposition to the Warriors, Dallas is hoping to get him again for this recreation in preparation for its nationally televised video games on Wednesday.
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Doncic is listed as questionable for Monday’s recreation on account of his heel contusion. All different gamers listed on Dallas’ damage report might be out: Jaden Hardy (sprained proper ankle), Dante Exum (surgical procedure on proper wrist) and Brandon Williams (sprained proper thumb). Hardy hasn’t performed since spraining his ankle in a win over the Washington Wizards on Dec. 5.
Portland might be with out Matisse Thybulle, who can also be coping with a sprained proper ankle. Portland coach Chauncey Billups stated lately that Thybulle nonetheless hasn’t progressed to full contact exercise in apply. Dalano Banton is uncertain for Monday’s recreation due to a hip contusion.
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