Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks was initially expected to play against the Brooklyn Nets wearing a mask to protect his nose. Meanwhile, Jason Kidd mentioned Kyrie Irving's calming effect on the Mavericks and confirmed Irving's availability for the game. Despite the plan to play with a mask, Doncic quickly ditched it during the game. The Mavericks dominated the game, with Irving performing impressively for the team.
Luka Doncic said he attempted to use Maxi Kleber’s mask but that it didn’t fit him well, which is why he quickly chose to ditch it.
Kyrie was BALLING against his former team in the first half 🎨 Mavericks lead 65-47 https://t.co/5jKir4FR5e
The only thing keeping Kyrie Irving from 50 in his first return to Brooklyn as a Maverick is the impending blowout. 🎯🔥
Luka has already ditched the mask he began the game with.
Luka Doncic appears to have ditched the mask he wore to start tonight’s game.
Masked Luka getting ready for tonight: https://t.co/ILmUR1XDW5
Kidd said if Luka plays tonight it will likely be wearing a mask to protect his nose. He’s questionable.
Jason Kidd talked about Kyrie’s calming effect on the Mavs. Calmness does not describe his time in Brooklyn, where he’s back tonight.
Jason Kidd says it’s unlikely Dereck Lively joins Dallas on this road trip, and that Luka Doncic might have to wear a mask if he plays tonight against Brooklyn.
Luka Doncic will go through his on-court warmup with the plan to play, Jason Kidd said. Kyrie Irving is good to go vs the Nets.
Jason Kidd says Luka Doncic will warm up with the intention to play tonight, and says Kyrie Irving will play tonight in Brooklyn.