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Dallas Mavericks Make Luka Doncic Injury Announcement vs. Pelicans

The Dallas Mavericks updated Luka Doncic's status before they play the New Orleans Pelicans.

Kade Kimble

Nov 16, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) controls the ball during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Nov 16, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) controls the ball during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images / Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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After two straight wins, the Dallas Mavericks have a 7-7 record and are hosting the New Orleans Pelicans in a matchup that should help them to a winning record. The Pelicans are limping into this game with a 4-10 record with a 1-5 record on the road.

However, the Mavericks are dealing with injuries themselves. One player fans are keeping their eyes on is Luka Doncic, as the superstar is dealing with a right knee injury. He missed the club's most recent contest against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Ahead of the matchup against the Pelicans, Doncic was listed as questionable. However, with tip-off a couple of hours away, the Mavericks updated the forward's game status, revealing that he will be active against New Orleans.

"Luka Dončić (right knee contusion) will be AVAILABLE tonight vs. the New Orleans Pelicans," the Mavericks announced.

Doncic is averaging 28.2 points per game on the season, though he's shooting 43% from the field and 32% on 3-pointers. His efficiency hasn't been great, though getting fully healthy and playing within the game should help him boost his averages.

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KADE KIMBLE

Kade has been covering a wide variety of teams ranging from the NFL to the NBA and college athletics since joining Sports Illustrated's FanNation in 2022.

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