LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks are set to go head-to-head on Tuesday night in a highly-anticipated affair. Luka Doncic is set to play his former team, the Mavs, for the first time in his career. Doncic and LeBron James were both listed on Saturday’s injury report against the Denver Nuggets before ultimately being made available, so are they playing tonight vs. the Mavericks?
Luka Doncic, LeBron James’ injury statuses vs. Mavericks
Doncic is not listed on the injury report. Barring an unforeseen setback, Luka will be available to play against the Mavs.
LeBron, however, is listed as probable due to left foot injury management according to the NBA injury report.
James and Doncic led the Lakers to a 123-100 win against the Nuggets on Saturday. Doncic scored 32 points to go along with 10 rebounds, seven assists, four steals and a block. James recorded 25 points, nine rebounds, five assists, one steal and three blocks. LA is looking to build momentum from the victory heading into Tuesday’s affair.
However, the Mavericks certainly know how Doncic plays, so the game should be quite competitive. When it comes to the question of if Luka Doncic and LeBron James are playing tonight vs. the Mavericks, the answer is yes for Doncic and probably for James.
Lakers’ full injury report vs. Mavericks
The Lakers have two players listed on Tuesday’s injury report. As mentioned, James is probable while Maxi Kleber, who was also included in the trade that sent Luka Doncic to LA, is out due to right foot surgery recovery.
The Lakers have dealt with some injury concerns this season, but they are beginning to get healthy for the most part. Of course, James’ injury status will be important to follow heading into the Mavs-Lakers game.
Mavericks’ full injury report vs. Lakers
The Mavs have six players listed on Tuesday’s injury report.
Anthony Davis, who was traded to Dallas from LA in the Doncic deal, is out with a left adductor strain. Daniel Gafford (right knee sprain), Dereck Lively II (right ankle stress fracture) and Caleb Martin (right hip strain) are also listed as out.
PJ Washington (left foot injury management) is questionable while Dwight Powell (right hip strain) is doubtful for Tuesday’s’ Mavericks-Lakers contest.
Tuesday night’s tip-off is scheduled for 10 PM EST in Los Angeles.
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