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Dallas Mavericks Injury Report: We tell you everything about Luka Doncic's hamstring in detail
NBAThursday, 14 March 2024 at 16:15
The Dallas Mavericks' clash against the Golden State Warriors took an unexpected twist as superstar Luka Doncic's historic streak of seven consecutive triple-doubles came to an abrupt halt. Doncic, a cornerstone of the Mavericks' roster, was forced to leave the game early due to left hamstring soreness.
The game, which ended with a 109-99 victory for the Mavericks, saw Doncic making his mark with 21 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 assists before his untimely departure. With just under seven minutes remaining on the clock, Doncic signaled to coach Jason Kidd that his hamstring was causing discomfort, leading to his departure from the court and subsequent retreat to the locker room.
The injury occurred following an alley-oop play to center Daniel Gafford, during which Doncic winced in discomfort upon landing awkwardly. The Mavericks wasted no time in announcing that Doncic would not be returning to the game, leaving fans and teammates concerned about the severity of the injury and its implications for the team's upcoming fixtures.
Coach Kidd addressed the situation cautiously, expressing uncertainty regarding Doncic's availability for the Mavericks' next game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. "We'll have a better answer [Thursday]," Kidd stated, emphasizing the fluid nature of the situation and the ongoing discussions surrounding Doncic's condition.
Doncic, still undergoing treatment even after his teammates had left the arena, remained unavailable for comment, leaving fans and analysts speculating about the extent of his injury and the potential impact on the Mavericks' performance in the coming games.
Despite the setback, the Mavericks found solace in another remarkable feat achieved by center Daniel Gafford, whose impeccable performance included 10 points, 6 rebounds, and a season-high 7 blocks. Gafford's five consecutive dunks and flawless field goal record contributed to the team's victory, overshadowing the disappointment of Doncic's early exit.
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