Mavericks' Lively Out 2-3 Months with Ankle Injury

The Dallas Mavericks are facing significant injury challenges, including center Dereck Lively II, who has a stress fracture in his right ankle and will be sidelined for 2-3 months. This is a substantial loss given his impact on defense and his emerging role in the team. Star player Luka Doncic also remains out with a left calf strain, though he is expected to return soon. The Mavericks are preparing to face the Boston Celtics with the teams sitting seventh in the Western Conference and second in the Eastern Conference, respectively. The Celtics are dealing with fewer injuries, with Derrick White listed as questionable due to knee soreness.