Luka Dončić Expected to Return to Mavericks Before NBA All-Star Break

The Dallas star has been sidelined with a left calf strain since Christmas Day, but optimism grows for his comeback in February.

Luka Dončić has been out since December 25, 2024, after suffering a left calf strain during a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
NBA insiders report optimism that Dončić will return to the Mavericks lineup before the NBA All-Star break, which runs from February 14-16.
The Mavericks have struggled in Dončić's absence, going 5-10 in the last 15 games and slipping to the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference with a 24-21 record.
Dončić was averaging 28.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, 7.8 assists, and a career-high 2.0 steals per game before his injury, making his return critical for Dallas' playoff hopes.
The Mavericks have ruled out trading key players like Klay Thompson and Dereck Lively II, focusing instead on stabilizing the team as they await Dončić's return.