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Mavs Injury Report: Doncic Questionable for Game 1 vs. Clippers
Doncic Undergoes MRI, Team Prepares for Playoffs
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The Dallas Mavericks are monitoring the status of star guard Luka Doncic ahead of their Game 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers in the Western Conference Quarterfinals. Doncic underwent an MRI on Friday to determine the severity of a heel contusion he suffered in their last regular season game. The team has not yet released the results of the MRI, but Doncic is listed as questionable for Game 1.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Doncic's availability, the Mavericks have been preparing for the playoffs all week. They held a practice on Friday before departing for Los Angeles. Head coach Jason Kidd said that the team is "ready to go" and that they are "confident" in their chances of advancing to the next round.
If Doncic is unable to play in Game 1, the Mavericks will be without their leading scorer and rebounder. However, they do have some depth in their backcourt, with Spencer Dinwiddie and Jalen Brunson capable of stepping up in his absence. The Mavericks also have a strong defense, led by All-Defensive Team selection Dorian Finney-Smith.
The Clippers are a tough opponent, but the Mavericks are confident that they can win this series. They will need to play their best basketball, but they believe that they have what it takes to make a deep run in the playoffs.
Dallas Morning News
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