Luka Doncic (Image Credit: Getty Images)
Luka Doncic delivered an outstanding performance in the recent game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Slovenian basketball player scored 24 points, recorded nine assists, and grabbed eight rebounds, helping the Mavericks secure a 120-114 victory. However, a concerning incident during the game left Mavericks fans stunned.
With 1:10 left in the second quarter of Tuesday’s matchup against the Timberwolves, Doncic walked to the locker room while holding the back of his thigh and knee.
This news from reporter Brad Townsend devastated Mavericks fans. Many fans began expressing their concerns in the comment section of a Legion Hoops post on X (formerly Twitter). One fan commented, “Nah, hopefully nothing serious.”
Meanwhile, another fan mentioned, “Uh-oh. Prayers for Luka.”
Another fan commented for Doncic, “Hope nothing serious.”
A sports enthusiast said, “get healthy king.”
Another fan commented, “Praying for Luka!”
Another fan wrote, “i cant believe it.”
Meanwhile, a basketball enthusiast mentioned, “Please no.”
Another fan commented for Doncic, “Prayers up.“
Doncic Reflects On His Dazzling Long-Range Shot Against The Timberwolves
Doncic made a long three-pointer during the game and started yelling at the Timberwolves fans. However, the Slovenian basketball player appeared confused when asked in a post-game press conference about the 3-pointer.
“I don’t know how I make those shots and not the normal shots. But, at the end of the day, I just needed to get the rustiness out and all the way back. I didn’t play the whole preseason, so I need some time. But we got a win, and that’s all that matters.” Doncic said in the post-game press conference.
If Luka Doncic cannot return to the game, Jaden Hardy and Spencer Dinwiddie will likely take on expanded roles in the lineup.