The Mavericks have announced that Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, PJ Washington Jr., Maxi Kleber, and Dante Exum will be sidelined for Monday night’s preseason game. While Doncic and Exum’s absences were anticipated due to earlier injuries, the length of the injury list is somewhat surprising.
**Mavs Injury Update:**
Doncic (left calf contusion), Irving (rest), Thompson (rest), Washington Jr. (left hip tightness), Kleber (left ankle sprain), Exum (right wrist), Williams (right calf strain), and Edwards (left ankle sprain) will be OUT for tonight’s game against Memphis.
It’s likely that most of these injuries aren’t serious; Dallas seems to be prioritizing the health of veterans like Irving and Kleber to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
Fans at the Mavericks’ open practice were eager to see Thompson play, especially since he was a major offseason acquisition. The anticipation is high to see how he will contribute alongside Doncic, the league’s top playmaker.
With most of their starting lineup, except for Dereck Lively, resting, fans will get an early glimpse of the second unit. Young players like Jaden Hardy and Oliver-Maxence Prosper are expected to see significant playing time.
