Luka Doncic, the Dallas Mavericks‘ maestro, is taking a brief timeout after picking up a left calf contusion during workouts. Don’t worry, Mavs fansโhe’s expected to be back in action soon enough. Now, let’s dive into the juicy details of what’s happening in Dallas and beyond!
Luka’s Latest Bump in the Road
So, Luka’s got a bit of a calf issue. The Mavericks announced that their superstar will be chilling on the sidelines for about a week. No biggie, right? This isn’t his first rodeo with calf problems; he had a similar hiccup last preseason during the team’s overseas adventures in Abu Dhabi and Madrid. But here’s the kicker: ESPNโs Tim MacMahon says there’s no reason to fret about Luka missing the regular-season opener against the Spurs on October 24th. Phew!
Oh, and speaking of the Mavs, they’re setting up camp in Vegas this week. They’ll kick off the preseason at home against the Grizzlies. Can you feel the excitement building?
The Dallas Mavericks announced today that Mavericks guard Luka Donฤiฤ sustained a hit during workouts this week resulting in a left calf contusion.
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Donฤiฤ will be re-evaluated as necessary in one week.โ Mavs PR (@MavsPR)
Last Season’s Heroics
Let’s rewind to last season, where Luka was nothing short of spectacular. He averaged a jaw-dropping 33.9 points and 9.8 assists per game. That’s video game numbers, folks! And remember that epic showdown against the Hawks? Luka dropped a career-high 73 points, tying legends like Wilt Chamberlain and David Thompson for the fourth-highest scoring game in NBA history. I think it’s safe to say he’s in elite company.
And get thisโhe’s now eligible for a massive five-year, $367 million supermax extension in 2025. That’s a whole lotta dough! Imagine all the sneakers he could buy with that kind of cash.
Injuries and Resilience
Despite dealing with various injuries last season, including a thoracic contusion during the NBA Finals, Luka showed resilience. He even took a pain-killing injection to power through. Talk about dedication! He played 70 regular-season games, proving he’s as tough as they come.
But hey, nobody’s perfect. Even superheroes need a break sometimes. So, let’s cut him some slack and hope for a speedy recovery.
So, what do you think, Mavs fans? Will Luka bounce back stronger than ever and lead Dallas to glory? Or are we in for another rollercoaster ride? Only time will tell!
