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  • Available for Game 2
    Doncic (knee/ankle/chest) is available for Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Celtics on Sunday.

    Advice: Doncic was downgraded to questionable for Sunday's matchup due to a thoracic contusion and was considered a game-time decision, but he's been cleared to suit up after his participation in pregame warmups. He tallied 30 points, 10 rebounds, two steals and an assist in 38 minutes during Thursday's Game 1 loss. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 3:55 pm
     
  • Considered game-time decision
    Doncic (knee/ankle/chest) is considered a game-time decision for Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Celtics on Sunday, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

    Advice: Doncic was downgraded to questionable ahead of Sunday's Game 2, but NBA writer Marc Stein reported earlier in the day that the point guard was on track to play. However, coach Jason Kidd said during his pregame press conference that Doncic will go through warmups before the Mavericks determine his status for the matchup. If Doncic is cleared to play, it's possible Dallas monitors his playing time as the Mavericks attempt to even the series. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 3:31 pm
     
  • Expected to play Sunday
    Doncic (knee/ankle/chest) is listed as questionable for Game 2 of the NBA Finals versus the Celtics on Sunday but is expected to play, NBA writer Marc Stein reports.

    Advice: Doncic was previously downgraded from probable to questionable due to a thoracic contusion, but he is expected to suit up for the crucial Game 2 in Boston. The All-Star was in clear discomfort during Saturday's shootaround, notably grabbing at his chest. However, he's dealt with a litany of injuries throughout the playoffs, including a right knee sprain and left ankle soreness. Despite those issues, Doncic hasn't missed a game during the postseason, averaging 28.8 points, 9.7 rebounds, 8.4 assists and 1.7 steals in 41.3 minutes. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 12:52 pm
     
  • Luka Doncic downgraded to questionable for Game 2
    Luka Doncic (left ankle soreness, right knee sprain, thoracic contusion) has been downgraded to questionable ahead of Sunday’s Game 2 against the Celtics.

    Advice: The change in designation and addition of the chest contusion injury so soon before tip-off is a bit alarming, especially considering Dallas is down 1-0 in the series. Doncic will surely do everything in his power to be available for this contest, but if he’s forced to sit out, expect Kyrie Irving to assume starting PG duties. One of Dante Exum, Jaden Hardy, Josh Green, or Tim Hardaway Jr. will take Doncic’s spot in the starting five. Rotoworld Yesterday, 11:49 am
     
  • Downgraded to questionable
    Doncic has been downgraded to questionable for Sunday's Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Celtics due to a thoracic contusion.

    Advice: Doncic has been a regular on the injury report throughout the postseason due to a right knee sprain and left ankle soreness but is now listed with a thoracic contusion. He appeared to grab at his chest/rib area during Saturday's practice, per Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com, but the new injury wasn't added to the report until after he missed the media portion of Dallas' morning shootaround Sunday. It'd be a major shock if Doncic doesn't suit up for Game 2, but the superstar point guard may be limited if he gets the green light. Doncic posted 30 points, 10 rebounds and one assist in 38 minutes during Game 1. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 10:46 am
     
  • Coming off bench in Game 2
    Porzingis will come off the bench in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Sunday versus the Mavericks, Malika Andrews of ESPN.com reports.

    Advice: Porzingis returned for Game 1 of the NBA Finals after suffering a right soleus strain in Game 4 of the Celtics' opening-round series against the Heat. The 28-year-old left his mark off the bench in Game 1, putting up 20 points, six rebounds and three blocks across 21 minutes in a blowout victory. Al Horford will retain his role in the starting lineup, though his minutes will likely decrease, as Porzingis' role is expected to grow as the Celtics look to take Game 2 at home. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 9:56 am
     
  • Probable for Sunday
    Doncic (knee/ankle) is probable for Game 2 of the NBA Finals versus the Celtics on Sunday.

    Advice: Doncic has been a mainstay on the injury report throughout the playoffs, which has not stopped him from playing in this deep Mavericks run. The All-Star is averaging 28.8 points, 9.7 rebounds, 8.4 assists and 1.7 steals, shooting 44.0 percent from the field across 41.3 minutes in 18 playoff games. Doncic will look to lead the Mavericks to a win Sunday after putting up a double-double in Thursday's Game 1 loss. Rotowire.com Saturday, 1:45 pm
     
  • Luka Doncic (ankle, knee) probable for Game 2 Sun.
    Luka Doncic (left ankle soreness, right knee sprain) is probable for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

    Advice: Doncic remains on the Mavericks injury report, but the probable tag indicates that he will be on the court for Game 2. He played 38 minutes in Thursday’s NBA Finals opener, failing to meet or exceed 40 minutes for the third time this postseason. Unless the game is a blowout, Doncic plays at least 40 minutes. Rotoworld Saturday, 1:38 pm
     
  • Report: Sasha Vezenkov will not return to Kings
    Sasha Vezenkov has informed the Kings that he does not intend to return for the second year of his contract, per Mihalis Stefanou of Euro Hoops.

    Advice: Vezenkov is under contract for this upcoming season, so he can’t simply “not return”. However, there is plenty of time for them to trade him or buy out his contract. Stefanou’s report also indicates that Vezenkov hasn’t decided if he will continue to play in the NBA or return to Europe. Vezenkov averaged 5.2 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.0 triple in 11.9 minutes per game across 44 appearances. He may have some upside if he lands with a different team that will grant him a larger role, but this shouldn’t have a direct impact on fantasy hoops at this point. Rotoworld Saturday, 9:03 am