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93% of NBA teams that have gone up 2-0 in a series have gone on to win that series. With Luka Doncic still not ready to come back, game 2 of the first-round series between the Dallas Mavericks and the Utah Jazz feels almost like a must-win game for the Mavericks. When examining what the […]

The Dallas Mavericks were unable to come away with a win against the Utah Jazz in Game 1 on Friday with superstar Luka Doncic sidelined by an injury. There was some hope that the Mavs would get their All-NBA guard back in time for Game 2, but the latest update on Doncic’s status doesn’t bode […]

The Dallas Mavericks were so close to taking Game 1 from the Utah Jazz without Luka Doncic. While the Mavs’ superstar was sidelined with a calf injury, his supporting cast lost to Donovan Mitchell, Rudy Gobert and company in the opening game of their first-round NBA playoffs series. After pulling it to a one-point game […]

The Dallas Mavericks lost a close game at home to the Utah Jazz in Game 1 of the first round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs. The Mavs put up a valiant effort and had a chance to win late, only to fall just short.   Dallas missed Luka Doncic badly in the 99-93 loss. The […]

The Dallas Mavericks lost to the Utah Jazz in Game 1 of their first-round series. They were without Luka Doncic, granted, but losing a home game must really hurt the team and their fans.   However, it is only the first game and it was without Doncic, their best player by far. This team has […]

While Luka Doncic sat out Saturday’s Game 1 against the Utah Jazz, he still played a key role in helping the Dallas Mavericks put up a valiant fight until the end. Doncic was on the bench for the Mavs as they faced off against the Jazz. More than just cheering for the team, though, the […]

The Dallas Mavericks lost their playoffs opener against the Utah Jazz on Saturday, falling 99-93 in the absence of Luka Doncic. It was a rather heartbreaking defeat considering the small margin, and Spencer Dinwiddie couldn’t help but blame himself. After all, Dinwiddie missed six of his 16 free throws–a number that could have them closer […]

The Dallas Mavericks are set to take on the Utah Jazz in Round 1 of the 2022 NBA Playoffs. However, the Mavs are expected to start the playoff run without Luka Doncic. The star suffered a left calf strain in the Mavs’ regular-season finale win over the San Antonio Spurs. Despite his anticipated absence in […]

After establishing himself as a solid depth piece for the Dallas Mavericks, Jalen Brunson became one of their key players. He increased his productivity as a starter alongside Luka Doncic and helped the Mavs win 52 games, their most since the 2010-11 season, and clinch homecourt advantage in the first round of the NBA playoffs. […]

Whether he wins the 2022 NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award or not, Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert is still going to be regarded as a monster on that end of the floor. There is arguably no more impactful player defensively than the Stifle Tower, whose ability to wreak havoc with his defense is […]

Luka Doncic is doubtful to play in Game 1 of the Dallas Mavericks’ playoff series with the Utah Jazz, but if his recent comments prove to be true, then the Mavs have a fighting chance even without him. In a one-on-one interview with Dallas Morning News a couple of days before he suffered his calf […]

The Utah Jazz will have a major advantage against the Dallas Mavericks when these two teams face off in Game 1 of their first-round playoffs series. Mavs superstar Luka Doncic is dealing with a calf injury that will keep him out for the opening game of the series and possibly beyond that. Jazz star Donovan […]

Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic has been officially listed as doubtful for Game 1 of their playoff opener against the Utah Jazz. Of course the news didn’t come as a surprise since reports on Friday indicated that the Slovenian youngster is expected to miss the said showdown on Saturday. Doncic is dealing with a left […]

The Dallas Mavericks are preparing to take on the Utah Jazz in Game 1 of the Western Conference playoffs without Luka Doncic. However, they recently revealed his expected status for Game 2 and their plan for the remainder of the series. ESPN senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski shared the latest update in regards to Doncic […]

After climbing their way up to fourth place in the Western Conference, the Dallas Mavericks are set to take on the Utah Jazz in the first round of the 2022 NBA playoffs. In his first season as head coach, Jason Kidd has instilled a new culture and turned the Mavs into one of the most […]

The Dallas Mavericks were really hoping franchise star Luka Doncic would be ready to roll for Game 1 of their playoff series with the Utah Jazz on Saturday, but it’s not going to happen. Per Shams, the Mavs All-Star will miss the opening game due to his calf strain. Mavericks star Luka Doncic is expected […]

The Dallas Mavericks are doing their best to shroud Luka Doncic’s Game 1 status against the Utah Jazz in secrecy as he deals with a calf strain. However, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski’s latest reporting suggests it’s not looking good for Doncic to be able to play at the start of the series. Woj says there’s “a […]

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic is confirmed to suffer from a calf strain. However, as it currently stands, there is still no timetable for his return and it’s uncertain if he’ll be available for the Mavs in Game 1 of their first-round playoffs series with the Utah Jazz. In a bit of a good news […]

Dirk Nowitzki is without a shadow of a doubt the greatest player in Mavs franchise history. Slowly climbing his mountain, though, is Dallas superstar Luka Doncic, who at just 23, has the potential to someday dethrone Dirk from his stature as the Mavs GOAT. As it turns out, however, this is actually already transpiring right […]

The Dallas Mavericks are not divulging the true severity of Luka Doncic’s injury and his status for Game 1 in their first-round playoffs clash with the Utah Jazz. However, Spencer Dinwiddie doesn’t think his Mavs superstar teammate will miss any game at all. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday as they gear up for the playoffs, […]

The Dallas Mavericks are preparing for Game 1 of their 2022 NBA Playoff matchup against the Utah Jazz, set to tip-off this coming Saturday. One of the biggest storylines surrounding Jason Kidd’s Mavs is the status of superstar guard Luka Doncic, who sustained a left calf strain during the team’s regular season finale against the […]

The Dallas Mavericks were handed a devastating blow on Monday as it was revealed superstar Luka Doncic is dealing with a calf strain that he suffered in the season finale on Sunday. While the MRI came back negative, there is currently no timetable for his return with the Mavs’ playoff series against the Utah Jazz […]

The Dallas Mavericks finally released an official update on Luka Doncic’s calf injury … and Mavs predictably said little as they prepare for a first-round series against the Utah Jazz. Dallas simply confirmed that an MRI revealed a left calf strain and there is no timetable for Doncic to return as he undergoes treatment: The […]

Marvin Bagley III had a strong finish to the season after being shipped by the Sacramento Kings to the Detroit Pistons at the trade deadline. One could argue that it was the best stretch of his injury-plagued NBA career since his rookie campaign. While Bagley remains a solid player with versatility and athleticism, his largely […]

The MRI on Luka Doncic confirmed a left calf strain. However, the Dallas Mavericks’ refusal to reveal the severity of the injury is a concerning sight for Mavs fans. On Monday afternoon as the results of the MRI were revealed, Tim MacMahon of ESPN noted that the Mavs didn’t give a specific timetable for the […]

The Dallas Mavericks are dealing with a major injury scare ahead of the NBA Playoffs. Mavs star and MVP candidate Luka Doncic suffered a left calf strain in the regular-season finale on Sunday, and now the team and its fans are holding their breath as they await MRI results. On Monday, Doncic was spotted at […]

Luka Doncic was initially supposed to be suspended for the final game of the Dallas Mavericks’ regular season before his 16th technical foul got rescinded.. Now Mavs fans wish that were the case after he suffered a calf strain injury in their Sunday night contest against the San Antonio Spurs. The Mavs star had an […]

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic suffered a calf injury on Sunday against the San Antonio Spurs, raising fears about his availability for the playoffs. However, his Mavs teammate Jalen Brunson is not too worried about it. Speaking to the media after the Mavs’ 130-120 win over the Spurs, Brunson shared his prediction–well, more of a […]

The Dallas Mavericks have been cruising during the second half of the season. However, they were dealt a nasty blow in their final game of the regular season. Luka Doncic, the team’s ace, suddenly exited the game after coming up hobbled during a live play. You can see the exact moment Doncic injured himself here. […]

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has some interesting comments after seeing Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic get his 16th technical foul rescinded. Doncic was slapped with his 16th tech of the season against the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday. It came after he complained to officials about an absolutely clear foul on him that […]

Luka Doncic will be able to play the Dallas Mavericks’ final regular season game against the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday. This is after the NBA rescinded the Mavs star’s 16th technical foul of the season from Friday’s contest with the Portland Trail Blazers. The Mavs playmaker would have been suspended for the crucial showdown […]

Just like the rest of the NBA world, Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant is confused as hell about how Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic got his 16ht technical foul of the season. After all, the Mavs playmaker makes a valid plea to the referee about an obvious no call. On Friday before the first […]

The Dallas Mavericks are likely going to be without the services of superstar Luka Doncic for their crucial last game of the season. The Mavs star picked up his 16th technical foul on a controversial call from referee Tony Brothers. Check out the scene and judge for yourself: Luka Doncic just picked up his 16th […]

The Dallas Mavericks have a Luka Doncic problem. No, it’s not because of his production, far from it actually. The Slovenian phenom has been a fringe MVP candidate this season, posting some of the best numbers of his young career so far. He has been a top-five player in the league this year. The problem, […]

Luka Doncic just picked up a suspension at literally the worst possible time for the Dallas Mavericks. With just one game left on the year, he’ll be forced to sit out after picking up his 16th technical of the season. Check out the moment that disqualified the Mavs star for their final game against the […]

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic got his 16th technical foul of the season on Friday against the Portland Trail Blazers, and sure enough, he was surprised by the shocking call. After all, compared to his previous “whining,” he seems to be only making his case that he was fouled. With the clock winding down in […]

Much has been made out of LeBron James’ earlier statement about wanting to play with Stephen Curry. The hype isn’t surprising at all considering how the Los Angeles Lakers superstar basically hinted at the possibility of teaming up with the greatest shooter of all time somewhere down the road. As expected, this statement had the […]

Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki continues to make an impact on the team years after his retirement. This time, it looks like he is becoming a great role model and mentor for Mavs superstar Luka Doncic. In a recent interview on 105.3 The Fan, Nowitzki opened up about his relationship with Luka. The German icon […]

The Dallas Mavericks are one of the best teams in the NBA this 2021-22 season. They have the fifth-best record in the NBA, establishing themselves as legitimate title contenders. However, Luka Doncic knows they have one problem: they can’t seem to win against non-playoff teams or those with losing records. So when the Mavs were […]