On Saturday evening, the Dallas Mavericks hosted the Boston Celtics in Texas. The Mavs lost by a score of 122-107 to fall to 24-22 in their first 46 games. Kl
DALLAS — The Mavericks are getting slightly healthier as they upgraded a pair of guys on their injury report for the Celtics game Saturday. Klay Thompson (ankle) and Jaden Hardy (ankle) were upgraded from questionable to available, though Mavs coach Jason Kidd said they’re both going to be on minutes limitations.
For MFFLs who can stomach keeping track, that’s three Dallas centers lost to injury in an 11-day span: Dereck Lively II, Dwight Powell and Kleber. The Mavericks’ season-long “next man up” mantra is being tested at a mind-boggling rate and proportion.
Klay Thompson was a cornerstone of the Golden State Warriors dynasty, helping them secure 4 NBA Titles. However, his departure from the franchise this offseason marked the end of an era – one riddled with loyalty questions in its final stages.
Harrison is pleased with what Thompson has provided so far, but says Dallas will truly benefit from having the veteran in the playoffs.
The Dallas Mavericks will play their fourth and final matchup of the season against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday, with both teams playing on the second night of a back-to-back. Both teams are also dealing with hefty injury reports, with 12 players total out for this matchup.
Luka Doncic is among six Mavericks players who will not be available for Monday night's game against the Wizards.
The Dallas Mavericks are set to face the defending champion Boston Celtics in a regular season game on Saturday.
The Dallas Mavericks will again be shorthanded on the second night of a back-to-back.
Thompson has only missed five games with the Mavericks this season but could be trending toward missing Wednesday's matchup against Minnesota. If the four-time NBA champion can't play against the Timberwolves, P.J. Washington, Spencer Dinwiddie, and Olivier-Maxence Prosper could see more time on the floor for Dallas.
Klay Thompson received an injury update ahead of the Mavericks' game on Wednesday night against the Timberwolves.