Is Luka Doncic playing tonight against Portland Trail Blazers? Latest injury update for Mavericks' superstar (Dec. 1)
Luka Doncic will return for Sunday's game between the Dallas Mavericks and Portland Trail Blazers. The superstar point guard has missed the past five games and six overall this season. Currently dealing with a right wrist sprain, Doncic was questionable leading up to the game.
He was doubtful for Saturday's game against the Utah Jazz. However, Doncic has been active during pregame workouts for the past two games. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Doncic's status was "to be decided" for Sunday's game. The consensus around the Mavericks holding him out against Utah seemingly suggested that he could be available.
The Mavericks were in a comfortable spot after improving to 5-1 in his absence. Kyrie Irving and Naji Marshall carried the load in Doncic's absence, and the Trail Blazers are another opponent the Mavericks are expected to win against, with or without Doncic.
However, Doncic is back and it's an ideal game for him to ramp up as Irving is ruled out.
Luka Doncic stats vs. Portland Trail Blazers
Luka Doncic has averaged 30.9 points, 8.5 rebounds and 8.1 assists in 19 games against the Portland Trail Blazers. He's shot 49.9%, including 39.3% from deep and 76.0% from the free throw line. Doncic has won 12 games playing against the Trail Blazers. The Mavericks are yet to face them this season.
During their last meeting on Mar. 1, Doncic had a 41-point game. He added six rebounds and five assists, shooting 61.9%, including 4 of 7 from 3. The Mavericks won that game 126-97.
How to watch Dallas Mavericks vs. Portland Trail Blazers game?
KFAA and Katu 2.2 will provide local coverage of the game between the Dallas Mavericks and Portland Trail Blazers. Viewers outside the U.S. can catch live action online via NBA League Pass. The game will begin at 9:00 p.m. ET at Moda Center, the Trail Blazers' homecourt.
The Mavericks are -7.5-point favorites to win with a -275 money line. They are coming off an 8-1 stretch and are 12-8 on the season. On the other hand, the Trail Blazers are 8-12 and have lost four of their last six games.