Luka Doncic's Injury Status and Impressive Performance in NBA Finals: Dallas Mavericks vs. Boston Celtics

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Doncic received painkilling injections before Games 2 and 3 of the NBA Finals
Doncic scored 30 points with 10 rebounds in Game 1, and finished with a game-high 32 points along with 11 rebounds and 11 assists in Game 2
Jrue Holiday led Celtics with a strong performance in Game 2, scoring 26 points and having 11 rebounds
Luka Doncic listed as questionable for NBA Finals Game 2 due to thoracic contusion
NBA Finals Game 2 attracted an average of 12,063,000 viewers with a peak of 14,106,00 views at 10 p.m. ET
Luka Doncic's Injury Status and Impressive Performance in NBA Finals: Dallas Mavericks vs. Boston Celtics

In the ongoing NBA Finals between the Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics, Luka Doncic's injury status has been a topic of concern. The Mavericks star was initially listed as probable for Game 2 but was later downgraded to questionable due to a thoracic contusion.

According to multiple reports, Doncic received painkilling injections before both Game 2 and Game 3 of the NBA Finals. The injury is believed to have occurred during Game 1, either while taking a charge or diving on a loose ball.

Despite the injury, Doncic put up impressive numbers in both games. In Game 1, he scored 30 points with 10 rebounds and in Game 2, he finished with a game-high 32 points along with 11 rebounds and 11 assists.

Doncic's injury is not the only concern for the Mavericks. He has also been dealing with a right knee sprain and left ankle soreness throughout the playoffs.

The Celtics, on the other hand, have been playing without any major injuries in the NBA Finals. They are currently leading 2-0 in the series.

In Game 2, Jrue Holiday led the Celtics with a strong performance. He scored 26 points and had 11 rebounds to help secure a victory for his team.

The most recent NBA Finals Game 2 on ABC attracted an impressive audience. According to Nielsen's Fast Nationals, the game was watched by an average of 12,063,000 viewers with a peak of 14,106,00 views at 10 p.m. ET.

The next game in the series is scheduled for Wednesday, June 12 (8:30 p.m. ET) on ABC and ESPN.


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Confidence

90%

Doubts
  • Was the thoracic contusion caused by taking a charge or diving on a loose ball?
  • What is the current status of Doncic's right knee sprain and left ankle soreness?

Sources

95%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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Celtics-Mavericks on ABC is most-watched NBA Finals Game 2 in 5 years

NBA.com Tuesday, 11 June 2024 23:08
  • Unique Points
    • The most-watched NBA Finals Game 2 in five years took place on ABC, with an average of 12,063,000 viewers and a peak of 14,106,00 views at 10 p.m. ET.
    • Jrue Holiday scored 26 points and had 11 rebounds in the Celtics’ victory over the Mavericks.
  • Accuracy
    • ]Luka Doncic scored 30 points and had 10 rebounds in Game 1[
    • Jrue Holiday scored 26 points and had 11 rebounds in the Celtics' victory over the Mavericks.
    • Luka Doncic is dealing with a thoracic contusion, right knee sprain, and left ankle soreness.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

98%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Mavericks' Luka Dončić Getting Painkilling Shots to Play in NBA Finals, per Report

Sports Illustrated Patrick Andres Tuesday, 11 June 2024 19:49
  • Unique Points
    • Luka Doncic received a painkilling injection before Game 2 of the NBA Finals to treat a thoracic contusion.
    • Luka Doncic is expected to receive another painkilling injection before Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
    • Luka Doncic has averaged over 40 minutes per game in each of Dallas’ four series this postseason.
  • Accuracy
    • Luka Doncic has scored 30 points and pulled down 10 rebounds in Game 1 and put up 32 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
    • Luka Doncic is dealing with a sprained right knee and left ankle soreness along with the thoracic contusion.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

98%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Luka Dončić available for Game 2 of NBA Finals between Mavericks-Celtics

The New York Times Joe Vardon Sunday, 09 June 2024 00:00
  • Unique Points
    • Luka Doncic started Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics after being downgraded from probable to questionable due to a chest bruise.
    • Doncic finished with a game-high 32 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists and four steals on 4-of-9 shooting from 3-point range in the Game 2 loss.
    • He was injured during Game 1 either taking a charge or diving on a loose ball.
    • Doncic intends to play for Slovenia in an Olympic qualifying tournament shortly after the NBA Finals if his knee doesn’t worsen.
  • Accuracy
    • Luka Doncic was injured during Game 1.
    • Luka Doncic missed practice due to the injury.
    • Luka Doncic received a painkilling injection before Game 2.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

96%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Mavericks star Luka Doncic downgraded to questionable for Game 2 of NBA Finals

Boston.com News Site Conor Roche Sunday, 09 June 2024 18:34
  • Unique Points
    • Luka Doncic is dealing with a thoracic contusion, right knee sprain, and left ankle soreness.
    • Doncic has been dealing with a right knee sprain since Game 3 of the Mavericks' first-round series against the Clippers.
  • Accuracy
    • Luka Doncic is dealing with a thoracic contusion.
    • Luka Doncic was downgraded from probable to questionable for Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
    • Luka Doncic has been dealing with a right knee sprain since Game 3 of the Mavericks' first-round series against the Clippers.
    • Luka Doncic scored 30 points in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, but had a playoff career-low one assist and six assist opportunities.
    • The Celtics have avoided facing their opponents' top two scorers in four straight series: Jimmy Butler, Donovan Mitchell, and Tyrese Haliburton.
    • There will be two days of rest between each game except for Game 4 in the NBA Finals.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication