Mavericks' Lively Out for Game 4; Doncic, Irving Lead 3-0 Series Over Timberwolves

May 27, 2024
Mavericks' Lively Out for Game 4; Doncic, Irving Lead 3-0 Series Over Timberwolves
  • Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II will miss Game 4 against the Timberwolves due to a neck injury sustained in Game 3, with no concussion detected.

  • Maxi Kleber is questionable after a shoulder separation, while Luka Doncic remains questionable but instrumental in the team's 3-0 series lead.

  • In Game 3, the Mavericks triumphed 116-107, led by Kyrie Irving and Doncic.

  • The Timberwolves struggle, with defensive anchor Rudy Gobert under fire for poor performance, and Paul Pierce suggests benching Gobert in Game 4 to avoid a potential sweep.

  • The Minnesota Timberwolves entered the Western Conference Finals with confidence after defeating the Denver Nuggets, but the Dallas Mavericks have taken a commanding 3-0 lead in the series.

  • Chris Broussard of FOX Sports declared the series over, with Dallas looking like the better team led by Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.

  • The Mavericks could potentially face the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals, aiming for their first NBA Finals appearance in 13 years.

  • Coach Jason Kidd will provide updates on Lively and Kleber, as Dallas looks to secure their spot in the championship series.

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