The highly anticipated return of Luka Doncic to Madrid will be a brief one, as the Dallas Mavericks have confirmed that they will limit his playing time to approximately five minutes due to a left calf strain, per Marc Stein.
While Doncic had expressed a strong desire to play more, the Mavericks have opted for an ultra-cautious approach to ensure his long-term health and recovery.
The decision to restrict Doncic’s minutes is undoubtedly a disappointment for fans eagerly awaiting his homecoming game against his former team, Real Madrid.
Despite the limited court time, Doncic’s presence alone is likely to be a source of excitement and nostalgia for both Mavericks and Real Madrid supporters.
The Mavericks will also be without Kyrie Irving in this game.
