Latest Luka Doncic injury update confirms Mavericks fans’ fears

It was revealed that Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic will be sidelined for an “extended period of time” after suffering a calf injury in the team’s 105-99 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Christmas Day, but fans are now getting their first timeline update. It provides some clarity, and plenty of displeasure. The Slovenian guard will be re-evaluated in one month, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Following a strong 19-11 start to the NBA season, the Mavs will end 2024 in a state of uncertainty. The team’s depth is noticeably dangerous, as its near comeback versus the Wolves shows, but playing at least 30 days without its best player could take a toll.