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Luka Doncic's Uncertain Injury Status vs. Pistons; Dereck Lively II OUT Mavs superstar Luka Doncic may not be available to play against the Pistons on Saturday, but Dereck Lively II has already been ruled out.

MARCH 8, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Listed out for personal reasons Lively (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Pistons due to personal reasons.

Impact Lively appeared to suffer a calf issue late in the fourth quarter of Thursday's win over the Heat, but the injury doesn't appear on Dallas' official injury report. The rookie's next chance to suit up will come Monday in Chicago, while Daniel Gafford should start at center Saturday. Further clarity on Lively's status moving forward should surface over the weekend.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Exits late with leg injury Lively suffered an apparent calf injury late in the fourth quarter of Thursday's 114-108 win over the Heat, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports. He finished with four points (2-3 FG), t...

Impact According to Afseth, Lively was struggling to put weight on his leg and limped to the bench when he checked out of the contest, but he looked to be walking around fine after the game. Afseth notes that Lively said he was kneed in the calf and will be re-evaluated Friday before the Mavericks determine his status for Saturday's game in Detroit. After starting in Dallas' last seven games, Lively came off the bench Thursday, but he still ended up seeing more minutes than his replacement in the lineup, Daniel Gafford (21).

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench Lively will come off the bench for Thursday's game versus Miami, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact The Mavericks are rolling with Daniel Gafford as their starting center. Lively is coming off a disappointing showing against the Pacers on Tuesday in which he failed to score with just one rebound to his name in 16 minutes.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plagued by foul trouble Lively finished Sunday's 120-116 loss to the 76ers with four points (2-3 FG), three rebounds and one block in 18 minutes.

Impact Lively picked up five fouls in his limited action, marking an uncharacteristic performance from the 20-year-old, who commits just 2.8 fouls per game on average. Coach Jason Kidd opted to lean on Maxi Kleber instead of Daniel Gafford with Lively hamstrung by fouls, but the rookie remains firmly atop the depth chart.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed available for Sunday Lively (nose) is available for Sunday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Lively showed up on Dallas' injury report, but he's listed as available. The rookie has appeared in six straight games (five starts) since returning to action following a broken nose, averaging 8.3 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.3 blocks in 19.2 minutes during that stretch.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dereck Lively II Throws Block Party in Mavs Win Over Raptors: 'Protected Us All Night' The Dallas Mavericks’ frontcourt combination of Dereck Lively II, P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford combined for nine blocks in a 136-125 r...

FEBRUARY 29, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

FEBRUARY 29, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Good to go Wednesday Lively (nose) is available for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Impact As expected, Lively has been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up for a fifth straight contest. Over his last four appearances, Lively has averaged 6.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.0 blocks and 1.0 steals in 17.3 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Wednesday Lively (nose) is probable for Wednesday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Lively has appeared in four straight games since returning from his nasal fracture, and he's been carrying probable tags ever since. Fantasy managers should be expecting the rookie to suit up once again.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday Lively (nose) has been cleared for Tuesday's game against Cleveland.

Impact Lively is joined by Luka Doncic (nose), Maxi Kleber (nose) and Josh Green (elbow) in gaining clearance for Tuesday's contest. Lively was held to just four points and four rebounds in 25 minutes of action against Cleveland on Dec. 27, and the Cavaliers' frontcourt being at full strength Tuesday represents a formidable opponent.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Lively (nose) is expected to play Tuesday against the Cavaliers.

Impact Lively has appeared in three straight games since returning from his nasal fracture. He's played an average of 15.8 minutes in that stretch, posting 5.7 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.0 blocks and 1.3 steals.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Officially active Lively (nose) will play Sunday versus Indiana, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact Lively, Luka Doncic (nose) and Maxi Kleber (nose) have all gained clearance to play in advance of Sunday's game against Indiana. Sunday will mark the second occasion that Dallas' frontcourt has been at full strength with the new additions of Daniel Gafford and P.J. Washington.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Sunday Lively (nose) is listed as probable for Sunday's game versus the Pacers.

Impact Lively continues to deal with a nasal fracture but is expected to suit up for his third straight contest Sunday. However, the rookie center has yet to play 20 or minutes since returning to action.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Thursday Lively will be in the starting lineup for Thursday's matchup with the Suns, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact Lively will replace Daniel Gafford in the first unit for Thursday's game, and it'll be interesting to see if this is something that lasts or just a matchup-based decision from head coach Jason Kidd. Joining Lively in the first unit will be Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic, Josh Green and P.J. Washington.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Officially cleared to play Lively (nose) is available for Thursday's game against the Suns, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Lively was probable for Thursday's matchup after fully participating in Wednesday's practice session, and he's officially been cleared to suit up as the Mavericks resume play after the All-Star break. In his return to action against the Spurs on Feb. 14, he came off the bench and totaled eight points, five rebounds, four blocks and an assist in 17 minutes.

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Thursday Lively (nose) is probable to play Thursday against the Suns.

Impact Lively should be available for Thursday's game and will likely flirt with close to 20 minutes off the bench. His upside has been hindered with the addition of Daniel Gafford, but as long as he's able to flirt with 20 minutes, that should be enough floor time for him to make an impact in fantasy hoops.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs' Daniel Gafford Impressed with Dereck Lively II's Maturity, Skillset: 'It's Like Looking in The Mirror' Dereck Lively II’s maturity and skillset have impressed Daniel Gafford during his first few weeks with the Dallas Mavericks. Gafford says se...

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Mavs All-Star Weekend: Dereck Lively II Shines, Luka Doncic MVP Odds & Much More With the first two nights of NBA All-Star Weekend in the books, we take a look back Dallas Mavericks rookie big man Dereck Lively II’s impre...

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Mavs' Dereck Lively II Speaks on Grant Williams Viral Comments: 'You Just Have to Play Basketball' After his former teammate Grant Williams made some questionable comments following the trade deadline, Dallas Mavericks rookie Dereck Lively...

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM

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FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Mavs' Dereck Lively II Shines in Rising Stars Challenge, Helps Win Championship Mavs rookie Dereck Lively II helped lead Team Jalen to the championship while competing at the Rising Stars Challenge at NBA All-Star Weeken...

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

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