Luka Doncic exits Mavericks-Suns with left ankle sprain

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The Dallas Mavericks Luka Doncic exited Wednesday night's game against the Phoenix Suns with a left ankle sprain.

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Doncic, the reigning NBA Rookie of the Year, was injured in the third quarter after driving to the basket for a layup.

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Doncic was in obvious pain and had to be helped off the court by teammates and team trainers.

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He was then taken to the locker room and did not return to the game.

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Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle said post-game that the team would be taking a “wait and see” approach with Doncic.

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The injury did not look severe, but Carlisle said the team would not know the extent of it until after further evaluation.

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This is a big blow for the Mavericks, who were already playing without Kristaps Porzingis and Dwight Powell due to injury.

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Doncic is one of the most dynamic players in the NBA and the Mavericks rely heavily on his production.

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He is averaging over 28 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists per game this season and has been a key factor in the team's success.

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