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  • 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 Today, 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 Today, 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 Today, 10:46 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 Yesterday, 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 Yesterday, 1:38 pm
     
  • Cleans up in garbage time
    Hardy closed with 13 points (4-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and one assist over 11 minutes during Thursday's 107-89 loss to the Celtics in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

    Advice: Hardy scored 11 points in about five minutes of fourth-quarter garbage time. Considering the defensive presences of Derrick White and Jrue Holiday, it may be difficult for Hardy to make an impact, though he'll likely continue to see light minutes to spell Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Rotowire.com Friday, 9:47 am
     
  • Strong in Game 1
    White amassed 15 points (5-11 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, five assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Thursday's 107-89 victory over the Mavericks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

    Advice: White did what we've come to expect from him in Game 1. The performance marked White's sixth consecutive with at least 13 points and four assists, and he's committed only four total turnovers during this stretch compared to nine steals and 11 blocks. He's also hit at least one three-pointer in every playoff game this season. Rotowire.com Friday, 9:34 am
     
  • Well-rounded two-way effort
    Holiday accumulated 12 points (4-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Thursday's 107-89 victory over Dallas in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

    Advice: In addition to Holiday's solid stats, which included zero turnovers, he was a team-high plus-20. Not only that, but no Mavericks player registered a field-goal attempt while Holiday was the primary defender. While Holiday is expected to play a smaller offensive role than the last time he was in the NBA Finals with the Bucks, he will remain one of the most impactful defenders in this series. Rotowire.com Friday, 9:30 am
     
  • Undergoes minor nose procedure
    Beal underwent a minor procedure to realign his septum shortly after the Suns were eliminated from the 2024 NBA Playoffs, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

    Advice: Beal broke his nose after taking an elbow from Myles Turner during the second half of a Jan. 26 loss to the Pacers and had to wear a mask for several games. He eventually ditched the mask but still had trouble breathing out of his right nostril during the final months of the campaign. After dropping 36 points on the Timberwolves in the regular-season finale, Beal averaged just 16.5 points during the opening-round series as Minnesota swept Phoenix. Beal is expected to play a key role for the Suns next season, but things are subject to change, as Phoenix fired Frank Vogel early in the offseason and quickly hired Mike Budenholzer. Rotowire.com Friday, 8:11 am