Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic is set to join his team on their upcoming road trip after missing five games due to a wrist injury. Doncic returned to practice and impressed coach Jason Kidd, though he is listed as doubtful for Saturday’s game against the Utah Jazz. The Mavericks have managed a 4-1 record in Doncic’s absence, showcasing their depth with multiple players scoring over 20 points in recent victories. Naji Marshall has been particularly effective, averaging 23 points on 63.3 percent shooting in the past four games.
The team’s strong performance without Doncic is a stark contrast to last season, where they struggled in his absence. Dallas currently sits at an 11-8 record, largely due to their depth and ability to have multiple players reach double figures in scoring in their recent games. In their win against the New York Knicks, the Mavericks had a team-record four players scoring over 20 points each. Doncic’s return will undoubtedly provide a boost for the team as they continue their road trip against the Jazz and Trail Blazers.
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