Mavericks' Lively Out for Game 4; Doncic, Irving Lead 3-0 Series Over Timberwolves
May 27, 2024Dallas 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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Sources
The Guardian • May 27, 2024
Doncic and Irving score 33 points each to take Dallas within one win of NBA finalsInsider • May 26, 2024
How to watch Timberwolves vs. Mavericks: Live stream Game 3Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2024
Luka Doncic and Mavericks take 3-0 series lead over Timberwolves - Los Angeles Times