The Dallas Mavericks will be without their promising center, Dereck Lively II, for their next three assignments in the 2025-26 NBA season. The team confirmed the player is sidelined due to a right foot injury.
Recovery Timeline and Expected Return
While the absence is a blow to the team, there is a clear timeline for his recovery. Lively is anticipated to make his comeback on December 4, 2025, when the Mavericks are scheduled to face the Miami Heat. This gives the team and fans a specific date to look forward to for his return to the court.
Deepening Woes for the Struggling Mavericks
The injury to Lively compounds the existing challenges for the Mavericks. The team is currently grappling with a difficult season, finding themselves stuck in the lower tier of the highly competitive Western Conference. Their record stands at a concerning 5 wins and 14 losses, highlighting the struggle to secure victories.
Losing a key rotational player like Lively only adds to the team's burdens. His absence in the coming games will test the Mavericks' depth and resilience as they try to navigate this tough stretch and improve their standing.
