Expected at the turn for the upcoming playoffs, Luka Doncic played well in the Mavs’ last regular season game, which was not of great importance. We understand why some coaches are very careful, because the Slovenian was injured. We don’t yet know the severity of the injury, but it’s the worst possible timing.
Among the teams in form in recent weeks, with a very impressive defense, the Mavericks have a card to play in the upcoming playoffs. The franchise is quite confident about its future, except that it has just received the worst news: the injury of Luka Doncic. The star was hit in the calf this Sunday evening when facing Spurs.
Luka Doncic decreased for the playoffs?
This match was not of great importance, but Doncic spent almost 30 minutes on the floor. It was enough to hurt the calf, after falling badly following a pass. The severity of the injury is not known, but it is not good at all.
Luka Dončić exited the game after suffering a left calf strain. pic.twitter.com/aJ1uJPf68N
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) April 11, 2022
We recall that at the base, Doncic was not supposed to play this meeting. He collected his 16th technical foul, synonymous with suspension, before NBA decides to overturn referees’ decision. It was perhaps the opportunity to rest the Slovenian, or to make him play very little. Instead, Jason Kidd played with fire, and the penalty is immediate.
Adrian Wojnarowski doesn’t think the injury is serious, but will Luka be 100% ready for the playoffs now? The question is valid.
There’s initial optimism that Dallas star Luka Doncic hasn’t suffered a significant injury, source tells ESPN. Team is calling it a strained left calf.
– Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) April 11, 2022
There is general optimism in Dallas that Luka Doncic’s injury is not serious. The team calls it a left calf injury.
Supposed to be absent for this match, Luka Doncic finally played against Spurs. But why 30 minutes, or even more if he was not injured? You will have to ask Jason Kidd and the player the question. Now, fans can fear the worst for the sequel.
