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Mavericks' Dereck Lively II to Undergo Season-Ending Foot Surgery

Dallas says the 21-year-old, sidelined by persistent right-foot pain despite an offseason procedure, is expected to fully recover in time for next fall’s training camp.

DALLAS, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Dereck Lively II #2 and Anthony Davis #3 of the Dallas Mavericks watch play during the second half of the game against the Charlotte Hornets at American Airlines Center on February 27, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
Oct 6, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (left) and center Dereck Lively II (center) and forward Cooper Flagg (right) look on during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Oklahoma City Thunder at Dickie's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The operation will be performed by Dr. James Calder in London, the team announced.
  • Lively’s right foot issues trace to a fracture sustained in January, followed by surgery in July and lingering discomfort upon his fall return.
  • He sought second and third medical opinions before the decision was made to proceed with another procedure.
  • His most recent appearance was Nov. 21 in a win over New Orleans after missing time with a right knee sprain.
  • Since entering the NBA in 2023, he has played 98 regular-season games with averages of 8.4 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.5 blocks, totaling 2,242 minutes.