Dallas Mavericks star Luka Dončić will be sidelined for at least one week due to a right wrist sprain, the team confirmed on Thursday. The injury occurred during the Mavericks’ 132-91 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday. An MRI revealed the sprain, and the Mavericks have announced that Dončić will be reevaluated in one week.
At 25 years old, Dončić has been a standout player for Dallas this season, averaging 28.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 7.6 assists per game. His absence will impact the Mavericks in the coming days, as he is set to miss four upcoming games. These include a road trip with matchups against the Denver Nuggets on Friday, the Miami Heat on Sunday, and the Atlanta Hawks on Monday, followed by a home game on Wednesday against the New York Knicks.
This injury represents a significant blow for the Mavericks, who will need to adjust their lineup in Dončić’s absence. As one of the NBA’s top performers, his presence on the court is crucial to the team’s success, and his temporary absence will be keenly felt by both the Mavericks and their fans.