Luka Doncic to in play Game 4 vs. Clippers

Inured Luka Doncic is a go for Game 4. Pool Photo-USA TODAY Sports

Mavericks announce that Luka Doncic is available to play in Game 4 vs. Clippers

By Erin Walsh | Last updated Aug 23, 2020 2:47 PM ET

The Dallas Mavericks received some great news ahead of their Game 4 matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.

Dallas announced that Luka Doncic, who sprained his ankle during Game 3, will be available to play in Game 4.

Luka Dončić (left ankle sprain) will be available to play against the Clippers today.
— Mavs PR (@MavsPR) August 23, 2020

Doncic, 21, went down after rolling his ankle while defending Kawhi Leonard on a basket drive in the third quarter of Game 3. After going down the tunnel and being taped up, he returned for the fourth quarter. He was visibly in pain during the quarter, re-exited the game and did not return.

The Clippers currently have a 2-1 series lead over the Mavericks after winning Game 3 by a score of 130-122.

Getting Doncic back for a critical Game 4 is huge for the Mavericks. He's having a stellar playoffs thus far in the NBA's Orlando bubble. In Game 1 against the Clippers, the former Rookie of the Year notched 42 points, nine assists, seven rebounds and three steals.

Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh is a Boston sports fan through and through. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bridgewater State University and currently is in pursuit of her Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. Follow her on Twitter @ewalsh90

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