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Fails to step up Hardy chipped in eight points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 23 minutes during Saturday's 118-108 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Hardy has averaged 8.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 2.5 assists on 8.0 shots across the last two contests with Luka Doncic (ankle) unavailable -- constituting extremely underwhelming results given that Dante Exum (heel) is amid an extended absence as well. Hardy has struggled mightily at the rim this season, connecting on just 46.8 percent of his shots at the basket, which ranks in the ninth percentile league-wide.

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JANUARY 6, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

In starting lineup Hardy will start at point guard in Friday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact With Luka Doncic (ankle) sidelined, Hardy will get an opportunity for an expanded role in the backcourt. The second-year guard has averaged 11.3 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists across 26.2 minutes in three games as a starter.

JANUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up 17 points in loss Hardy ended Monday's 127-90 loss to the Jazz with 17 points (6-15 FG, 5-9 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist over 21 minutes.

Impact Kyrie Irving returned from his heel injury Monday which pushed Hardy to the bench, but Hardy started the second half after Dante Exum left the game for good with a heel contusion. It remains to be seen if Exum will miss more time, but his heel injury has been lingering for a while. Over the last three games, Hardy has been trending up with averages of 14.3 points, 2.3 rebounds and 3.0 three-pointers in 25.2 minutes.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Hardy isn't starting Monday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Hardy will head back to the bench with Kyrie Irving (heel) set to return following a 12-game absence. Hardy fared well in two spot starts, putting up 17 points Thursday against Minnesota and nine points Saturday against Golden State.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads starters in scoring in loss Hardy closed with 17 points (7-18 FG, 3-8 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Thursday's 118-110 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Hardy got the start due to Luka Doncic (quadriceps) and Kyrie Irving (heel) both sidelined, leading all starters in scoring and threes made in the highest minute total among any Mavericks starters. Hardy has averaged 12.5 points, 2.5 assists and 2.0 rebounds in two starts this season and has tallied 15 or more points in three contests.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Minnesota Hardy is in the starting lineup to face the Timberwolves on Thursday.

Impact Hardy enters the starting lineup since both Luka Doncic (quadriceps) and Kyrie Irving (heel) are sidelined, meaning he should have a high usage rate while operating as the team's primary playmaker. Hardy is averaging 7.8 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game this month.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench Hardy will move to the bench for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Luka Doncic is back after missing Friday's game due to a quadriceps injury. Hardy wasn't able to make the most of his opportunity in a spot start Friday, as he shot 3-of-17 from the field for eight points, four assists, two rebounds and two triples in 24 minutes.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Houston Hardy will start against Houston on Friday, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact This will be the first start of the season for Hardy. The Mavericks are very shorthanded Friday, as Luka Doncic (quadriceps) and Dante Exum (leg) are joining Kyrie Irving (foot) and Josh Green (elbow) on the sidelines. This could potentially be one of Hardy's best opportunities of the season, as his minutes and usage rate will likely be much higher than usual.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches nine points Hardy ended Monday's 130-104 loss to the Nuggets with nine points (3-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and four assists in 19 minutes.

Impact The Mavericks were blown out of this game pretty early, so Hardy was able to get some garbage time minutes. He scored all nine of his points in the fourth quarter with the game pretty much decided. Hardy is shooting 40.7 percent from beyond the arc in seven December showings, so he's making a case for more minutes.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excels with season-high 19 points Hardy finished with 19 points (7-15 FG, 5-7 3Pt), four assists and one steal over 34 minutes during Monday's 120-113 win over the Grizzlies.

Impact Kyrie Irving sat out the contest with a foot injury, and Tim Hardaway Jr. was a late scratch due to back spasms. That opened the door to opportunity for Hardy, who didn't play in Dallas' previous contest and had seen more than 20 minutes just once this season prior to Monday. The second-year guard flashed his deep shooting ability with a 5-for-7 mark from beyond the arc, and he could continue to see elevated minutes for however long Irving and/or Hardaway remain out.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inefficient in extended workload Hardy accumulated nine points (4-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one steal over 18 minutes during Tuesday's 131-110 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact The Mavericks fell behind early and couldn't work their way back, allowing Hardy to play a season-high 18 minutes. However, he wasn't efficient offensively and missed all three of his three-point attempts, making it a disappointing effort. Across nine appearances this season, Hardy is averaging 8.1 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 12.6 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pops in win Hardy closed with 14 points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 7-8 FT) and four rebounds across 15 minutes during Sunday's 124-118 victory over the Hornets.

Impact Hardy delivered his signature scoring bravado, confidently taking threes, earning fouls, and even dunking over Nick Richards. His gunning energy will likely be a sporadic component of Dallas' offense.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 29, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Upgraded to available Hardy (ankle) will play in Wednesday's season opener against the Spurs.

Impact Hardy has been upgraded from probable to available Wednesday despite dealing with an ankle injury. With Luka Doncic also available, Hardy is set to serve as Dallas' backup point guard.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Hardy (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact Hardy has been upgraded from questionable to probable Wednesday despite dealing with an ankle injury. If Luka Doncic (calf) is unable to play, Hardy could be in store for extended minutes at point guard.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain Wednesday Hardy (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's season opener against the Spurs.

Impact Hardy suffered an ankle injury during the preseason but returned to practice Monday. The second-year guard is expected to serve as Dallas' backup point guard when available.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fully practices Monday Hardy (ankle) was a full participant in Monday's practice session, Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site reports.

Impact Hardy has been dealing with an ankle injury for nearly a week, but it was encouraging to see him practicing Monday. It's unclear whether he'll be available for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Spurs, but he appears to be trending in the right direction.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Hardy (ankle) won't play in Friday's preseason finale against Detroit, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Hardy has been upgraded from doubtful to out Friday due to an ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up will be in Dallas' regular-season opener against the Spurs on Oct. 25.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 20, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Unlikely to suit up Friday Hardy (ankle) is considered doubtful for Friday's preseason finale against the Pistons, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact Hardy hasn't practiced this week, so it would be surprising for him to suit up Friday. If he's ultimately ruled out, his next chance to play will be Dallas' regular-season opener against the Spurs on Oct. 25.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from practice again Hardy (ankle) didn't participate in Thursday's practice session, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Hardy also missed practice Tuesday while tending to an ankle sprain, and his status for Friday's preseason finale against the Pistons appears to be in jeopardy. It's not yet clear whether his injury will impact his availability for Wednesday's regular-season opener in San Antonio.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Tuesday Hardy (ankle) was unable to practice Tuesday, Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site reports.

Impact Hardy getting treatment on an ankle sprain is notable given the aggravation risk that ankle injuries carry throughout the season. The Mavericks' next preseason contest comes Friday versus Detroit.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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