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JUNE 4, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Productive in return Lively posted nine points (3-3 FG, 3-6 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and three blocks over 25 minutes during Thursday's 124-103 win over Minnesota in Game 5 of the Western Con...

Impact Lively returned to action Thursday after missing Game 4 due to a neck injury. The rookie big man returned to his role of coming off the bench but splitting minutes at the center position with Daniel Gafford as a platoon. Lively averaged 9.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.5 blocks in 22.0 minutes across his four appearances in the Western Conference Finals.

MAY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mavericks get Lively back for Game 5 vs. Timberwolves after missing last game with neck sprain

Dallas Mavericks backup center Dereck Lively II was suited up for Game 5 of the Western Conference finals in Minnesota after being sidelined for the previous game because of a spra...

MAY 31, 2024 • Associated Press

Available to play Thursday Lively (neck) is available for Thursday's Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals against the Timberwolves.

Impact Lively participated in the Mavericks' morning shootaround and underwent his routine in pre-game warmups, so it's unsurprising to see him available, as he looked active and had no apparent limitations in his movements. He'll likely see regular minutes off the bench, as he's logged 21.0 minutes per game in the current series while averaging 9.7 points and 7.7 rebounds per contest.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Present at shootaround Lively (neck) was present at the Mavericks' morning shootaround but remains questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals, Gr...

Impact After sitting out the Mavericks' Game 4 loss, Lively is viewed as a game-time decision ahead of Thursday's 8:30 p.m. ET tipoff, but it was encouraging to see him on the court for the team's morning shootaround. The Mavericks will likely monitor how his neck sprain feels leading up to the opening tip, while starting center Daniel Gafford should continue to see increased playing time if Lively is unavailable.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs' Dereck Lively II (neck) questionable for Game 5 | NBA.com Dallas' rookie big man missed Game 4 after suffering his injury in the second quarter of the Mavs' Game 3 win.

MAY 30, 2024 • NBA.COM

Considered game-time decision Lively (neck) is considered a game-time decision for Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals against the Timberwolves on Thursday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Lively officially remains questionable, and he plans to test his neck in the hours leading up to tipoff before the Mavericks determine his status. He'd provide a boost for Dallas as the team attempts to close out the series, as he averaged 11.5 points and 10.0 rebounds in 27.0 minutes per game over the first two games of the Western Conference Finals.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Game 5 Lively (neck) is questionable for Thursday's Game 5 against Minnesota.

Impact Lively missed Game 4 due to his sprained neck, but he does appear to be trending in a positive direction. We should get another update following Thursday's morning shootaround, but if Lively is able to return, Daniel Gafford's minutes would dip and Dwight Powell could fall out of the rotation entirely.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could return for Game 5 Lively (neck) could return as soon as Thursday's Game 5 against Minnesota, Shams Charania said on FanDuel's Run It Back.

Impact Lively avoided the concussion protocol and is trending in a positive direction. If Lively can give it a go, Dwight Powell would be unlikely to crack the rotation and Maxi Kleber's floor would be a bit lower in fantasy formats. More clarity is expected on Wednesday afternoon after the Mavericks practice.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Game 4 Lively (neck) has been ruled out for Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals against the Timberwolves on Tuesday, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports.

Impact Lively was initially deemed doubtful for Tuesday's matchup due to his neck sprain, and he'll officially be forced to miss at least one game as the Mavericks attempt to close out the series. It's unclear whether Lively will be able to return if the Western Conference Finals continue past Tuesday or if the Mavericks advance to the NBA Finals, which begin June 6. Dwight Powell is a candidate to see increased playing time in Lively's absence.

MAY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Game 4 Lively (neck) is doubtful for Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals against the Timberwolves on Tuesday.

Impact Lively sustained a neck sprain during Sunday's Game 3 and was unavailable down the stretch. He wasn't seen at Monday's practice session and will likely be sidelined Tuesday as the Mavericks attempt to advance to the NBA Finals. If Dallas wins Game 4 to complete the sweep, Lively would have over a week to rest before the NBA Finals begin June 6.

MAY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Report: Initial tests OK for Mavs' Dereck Lively II (neck) Initial tests “returned OK” for Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II after he left Sunday night’s game with a neck strain, ESPN reported...

MAY 27, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Status for Game 4 unclear Tests on Lively's neck came back clean, but his availability for Tuesday's Game 4 against Minnesota remains unclear, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports.

Impact The initial diagnosis for Lively was a sprained neck, and the center will continue to be evaluated Monday. More clarity is expected Monday evening, but for now, Lively should be considered questionable for Tuesday's Game 4.

MAY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs' Dereck Lively II's Injury Status 'Unclear' for Game 4 The standout rookie went down after taking a knee to the head from Karl-Anthony Towns in Game 3.

MAY 27, 2024 • SI.COM

Won't return to game Lively (neck) has been ruled out for the remainder of Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals against Minnesota on Sunday.

Impact Lively sustained a neck sprain in the second quarter of Sunday's matchup after taking a knee to the back of the head, and he'll be unavailable down the stretch. Prior to his departure, he recorded six points (3-3 FG), three rebounds, two assists and a block in nine minutes. Whether he'll be available for Tuesday's Game 4 remains to be seen.

MAY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable to return Lively is questionable to return to Sunday's Game 3 matchup against the Timberwolves due to a neck sprain, Mike Curtis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Lively was noticeably shaken up after taking a knee to the head and has been diagnosed with a neck sprain following initial testing. Dwight Powell will likely pick up minutes at the five if Lively is unable to return.

MAY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs rookie center Dereck Lively II leaves Game 3 of West finals after taking knee to head Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has left Game 3 of the Western Conference finals against Minnesota after getting hit in the back of...

MAY 27, 2024 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Mavs rookie Dereck Lively II leaves Game 3 of West finals after taking knee to head

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II didn't return to Game 3 of the Western Conference finals against Minnesota due to a sprained neck after getting hit in the back of the head...

MAY 27, 2024 • Associated Press

Suffers head injury Lively suffered an apparent head injury with 8:35 remaining in the second quarter of Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals against the Timberwolves on Sunday, Mike Curtis of The...

Impact Lively took a knee to the back of the head and remained down for several minutes. He headed to the locker room once he got up, but he was walking very gingerly. He'll presumably be evaluated for a concussion, and his status for the remainder of the game appears to be in jeopardy. Lively tallied six points (3-3 FG), three rebounds, two assists and a block in nine minutes prior to sustaining his injury.

MAY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to impress Lively logged 14 points (6-6 FG, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and two assists in 27 minutes during Friday's 109-108 win over the Timberwolves in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals.

Impact Lively was perfect from the field, and he continues to benefit from his close-range finishing ability by playing alongside two of the best passers in the league, Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Lively is making his presence felt as an effective two-way threat in Dallas' postseason run, averaging 8.7 points, 7.4 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game while shooting 63.9 percent from the field across 14 playoff contests.

MAY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

How Derrick Jones Jr., Dereck Lively II, and other local players fought their way into the NBA Area high school coaches talk about the lessons they learned from coaching graduates who are in the NBA playoffs and what they did to carve...

MAY 23, 2024 • INQUIRER.COM

Mavericks' Dereck Lively II draws comparisons to NBA icons, showcasing sky-high potential Dallas rookie center Dereck Lively II — a first-round pick in last June’s NBA Draft — anchored the Mavericks’ second-half comeback in a 117-...

MAY 19, 2024 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Stands tall in victory Lively had 12 points (5-6 FG, 2-3 FT), 15 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 29 minutes during Saturday's 117-116 victory over the Thunder in Game 6 of the Western...

Impact Lively continues to play well above his age, producing when it mattered most as the Mavericks eliminated the Thunder. Despite coming off the bench, Lively played the majority of the center minutes, recording his second straight double-double. Dallas will face either the Timberwolves or the Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals, both teams providing Lively with elite opposition at the center position.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient off bench in Game 5 Lively totaled 11 points (3-4 FG, 5-6 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 23 minutes during Wednesday's 104-92 win over the Thunder in Game 5 of the Western Co...

Impact Lively has been playing off the bench due to the solid play of Daniel Gafford down low, but the rookie out of Duke made his presence felt on both ends of the court Wednesday. Aside from missing just one shot from the field, Lively was active defensively and recorded the first playoff double-double of his career. Lively is averaging 7.9 points and 6.3 rebounds per game in the postseason, and while he looked very good in this pivotal win, he's not expected to move to a starting role ahead of Game 6 on Saturday.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Close to double-double in Game 6 Lively supplied 10 points (3-3 FG, 4-8 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal across 24 minutes during Friday's 114-101 victory over the Clippers in Game 6 of the first ro...

Impact Lively was perfect from the field, active on the glass and efficient in limited minutes out there. The rookie has shown he can be a valuable contributor on both ends of the court when called upon duty, but his fantasy upside won't be high if he continues to play off the bench.

MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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