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30 MINS AGO • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Pulls down 13 rebounds Lively registered five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists and one block in 31 minutes during Tuesday's 118-104 loss to Oklahoma City.

Impact Lively was moved to the bench for the start of the second half in favor of Daniel Gafford, but he still saw a much larger workload. He recorded at least five assists for the third time of his career, and he posted his fourth double-double of the campaign. He's on pace to record 10th-round value in nine-category formats for the season due to efficient shooting with strong rebounding and shot blocking.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Strong double-double in return Lively closed Tuesday's 121-116 victory over Memphis with 17 points (7-10 FG, 3-7 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and three blocks in 32 minutes.

Impact Lively returned from a one-game absence, playing a season-high 32 minutes. He also recorded a season-best 17 points, tallying his fourth double-double. Although the Mavericks have a more than capable backup in Daniel Gafford, there is a chance head coach Jason Kidd is now prepared to lean into Lively a little more. While both should continue to play meaningful roles, Lively is the logical choice to be given the majority of the minutes given his trajectory.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Memphis Lively (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Lively will return from a one-game absence due to a right knee injury, though it's unclear if he'll move back to the starting lineup or if he'll remain on the bench. Lively has started in Dallas' previous nine contests, averaging 8.0 points and 6.3 rebounds across 22.0 minutes per game in that span.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy to play Tuesday vs. Memphis Lively (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies, Mark Followill of Bally Sports Southwest reports.

Impact Lively was sidelined for Sunday's game against Portland due to a right knee injury he suffered late in the fourth quarter of Saturday's clash against Utah. Daniel Gafford would be in line to start at center for a second straight game if Lively is unable to play, while Maxi Kleber would see an uptick in playing time off the pine.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Lively has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers due to a right knee hyperextension.

Impact Lively left Saturday's win over Utah late in the fourth quarter, and while he returned to the bench, he never returned to the game. His next chance to suit up will come Tuesday against Memphis. In Lively's absence, Daniel Gafford will likely move into the starting lineup, while Maxi Kleber is a candidate for increased minutes off the bench.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Wednesday Lively (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Lively left Monday's game early due to an illness and was questionable for Wednesday. However, the big man has been cleared to play and may see an elevated role, as Daniel Gafford (illness) has been ruled out. Over his last seven appearances (all starts), Lively has averaged 7.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 2.3 blocks in 20.9 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against New York Lively (illness) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Knicks.

Impact Lively left Dallas' most recent contest early due to an illness and could be forced to sit out Wednesday. If Lively is unable to suit up against New York, Daniel Gafford would likely draw the start.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Monday Lively will not return to Monday's game against the Hawks due to an illness.

Impact Lively started the game and was able to play through the first half, during which he posted two points (0-2 FG, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 11 minutes. With the second-year big man sidelined, the Mavericks will likely turn to Daniel Gafford and Maxi Kleber the rest of the way.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy to return Monday Lively is questionable to return during Monday's game against the Hawks due to an illness, Mavericks beat reporter Landon Thomas reports.

Impact Daniel Gafford started the second half with Lively remaining in the locker room. If the second-year big man is unable to return, Gafford and Maxi Kleber will likely both see an uptick in playing time.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Sets season high in double-double Lively finished Sunday's 123-118 overtime loss to the Heat with 14 points (7-9 FG), 13 rebounds, four assists and two blocks in 31 minutes.

Impact Lively helped lock down the paint in Sunday's overtime contest, leading all Dallas players in rebounds to go along with a pair of blocks in a double-double showcase. Lively set a new season high in boards, hauling in at least 10 rebounds in four contests. Lively has now recorded three double-doubles this year, his first since Nov. 3.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain in starting role Lively will remain in the starting role "for the next couple of games," head coach Jason Kidd told media, including Landon Thomas of Mavs Fans For Life, in his post-game press conf...

Impact Lively got the start in Saturday's win over the Spurs and posted seven points, four rebounds, two assists and four blocks across 20 minutes. Even though Daniel Gafford outplayed him with a 22-point, seven-rebound, three-block effort in only 18 minutes, it seems Lively will stay with the first unit for now. There's no timetable for Kidd to make a definitive decision on who will be the starting center going forward -- assuming he'll make one at some point.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod vs. Jazz Lively will enter the starting lineup in Thursday's game against the Jazz, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact The 20-year-old will replace Daniel Gafford in the starting five after a solid return from a right shoulder sprain in Tuesday's loss to Golden State, during which Lively recorded 12 points (4-6 FG, 4-7 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one block across 24 minutes. The big man will likely still split minutes with Gafford, and the two should both receive significant playing time with P.J. Washington (knee) out.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 12/8 line in return Lively had 12 points (4-6 FG, 4-7 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one block across 24 minutes during Tuesday's 120-117 loss to Golden State.

Impact Lively played 24 minutes in the loss, and his recent shoulder injury didn't appear to affect his performance. The Mavericks will move forward with Daniel Gafford in the first unit, but Lively will get his share of opportunities and often match Gafford's minutes with the second unit.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Tuesday Lively (shoulder) will be available for Tuesday's game against the Warriors, Kevin Gray Jr. of AllDLLS.com reports.

Impact Lively will return to the rotation after missing the last four games with a right shoulder sprain. The second-year big man is averaging 9.3 points and 8.2 rebounds per game in six outings off the bench in 2024-25.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Dereck Lively II Hopes to Play versus Warriors Mavericks' center Dereck Lively II, who has been out the last four games with a sprained right shoulder, is hopeful to play against the Warr...

NOVEMBER 12 • SI.COM

Could return Tuesday Lively (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Golden State.

Impact A right shoulder sprain has caused Lively to be sidelined for the Mavericks' last four games, though he has been making progress and is inching closer to a return. If Lively cannot play Tuesday, Dwight Powell will operate as the Mavs' backup center behind Daniel Gafford.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Making progress Lively (shoulder) practiced Monday and hopes to play Tuesday versus the Warriors, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Lively has missed four straight games due to a right shoulder sprain but appears to be nearing a return. His official status for Tuesday's game against the Warriors will be released Monday night.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Sunday Lively (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nuggets, Adam Mares of DenverStiffs.com reports.

Impact Lively will be sidelined for a fourth straight game due to a right shoulder sprain. Dwight Powell should see an increase in minutes off the bench behind starting center Daniel Gafford. Lively's next chance at playing will be Tuesday against the Warriors.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out Sunday Lively (shoulder) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game versus the Nuggets, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Lively is expected to miss his fourth straight contest Sunday due to a right shoulder sprain. If Lively is downgraded to doubtful, Daniel Gafford and Dwight Powell should continue to receive extended minutes.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Lively (shoulder) will not play in Friday's game against the Suns, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Lively will miss a third consecutive game, and he will join P.J. Washington (knee) and potentially Maxi Kleber (doubtful due to hamstring) as the key inactives for Friday's game. With Lively out, Daniel Gafford and Dwight Powell will likely occupy the team's minutes at center.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Wednesday Lively (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Lively was initially listed as questionable but got downgraded to doubtful Wednesday morning, so this doesn't come as a surprise. It'll mark Lively's second straight absence due to a right shoulder sprain, and his next chance to suit up will come Friday versus the Suns. With P.J. Washington (knee) also unavailable, Naji Marshall, Daniel Gafford and Dwight Powell are all candidates for increased playing time, while Olivier-Maxence Prosper or Kessler Edwards could enter the rotation.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to doubtful Lively (shoulder) has been downgraded to doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Lively was previously considered questionable to play. With the second-year big man expected to be on the shelf, Daniel Gafford is likely to see a boost in fantasy value and minutes with Dwight Powell possibly getting an uptick as well.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Lively (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact The second-year big man is dealing with a right shoulder sprain, and the questionable tag suggests he'll be something close to a game-time decision. Lively has averaged 9.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.8 blocks across 23.0 minutes per game in six regular-season outings, so losing him would be a huge blow for both head coach Jason Kidd and fantasy managers who have him rostered. If he doesn't play Wednesday, then Dwight Powell should see more minutes as Daniel Gafford's backup option at center.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Monday vs. Indy Lively (shoulder) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Lively was a late addition to the injury report due to a right shoulder sprain, and it is unclear whether he will miss additional time. The 20-year-old has been a crucial piece off the Mavericks' bench, and he has averaged 9.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.8 blocks across 23.0 minutes per game in six regular-season outings. Lively's next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Bulls.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE