Mavericks' Luka Doncic To Miss Thunder Game Due To Bruised Knee

Injury Details and Impact

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic will miss the team's upcoming game against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a bruised right knee, the team announced Tuesday. Doncic sustained the injury during the Mavericks' 111-105 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night.

The injury is not considered serious, but the Mavericks are taking a cautious approach with their franchise player. Doncic is expected to miss at least one game, and his status for the Mavericks' game against the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday is uncertain.

Doncic is averaging 33.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 8.9 assists per game this season. He is one of the most dynamic players in the NBA, and his absence will be a major blow to the Mavericks.

Mavericks' Outlook Without Doncic

The Mavericks will have to rely on other players to step up in Doncic's absence. Spencer Dinwiddie is expected to start at point guard, and he will be counted on to provide scoring and playmaking.

Josh Green and Reggie Bullock are also expected to see increased roles. Green is a promising young player who has shown flashes of potential, and Bullock is a veteran sharpshooter who can provide spacing.

The Mavericks will also need to improve their defense without Doncic. Doncic is one of the best defenders in the NBA, and his absence will leave a hole in the Mavericks' defense.

Thunder's Chances of Upset

The Thunder are a young and rebuilding team, but they have a chance to pull off an upset against the Mavericks without Doncic.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a rising star, and he is averaging 30.8 points per game this season. Josh Giddey is another young player who has shown a lot of potential.

The Thunder also have a good defense, and they are holding opponents to 110.3 points per game this season.

The Mavericks are still the favorites to win the game, but the Thunder have a chance to make it interesting if Doncic is unable to play.