Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II is reportedly not cleared to participate in training camp, a tough blow as the NBA season approaches. This update, reported by ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, confirms Lively II is still recovering from surgery on his right foot, which he underwent back in December.
What’s the Holdup?
So, what’s the deal with his right foot? Lively II went under the knife for surgery way back in December. While the good news is he hasn’t suffered any setback in his recovery, the pace is still slow. He’s reportedly just now slowly ramping up to begin basketball activity. That means camp is a no-go for now.
Season Start Still a Question Mark
The big question hanging over the Mavs right now has to be his availability for Opening Night. MacMahon’s report states flat out: “His status for the start of the season has yet to be determined.” Talk about a waiting game! Dallas needs their big man, and not having him fully cleared for camp is definitely not ideal. It means more ramp-up time, more uncertainty, and potentially a slower start for him personally.
Look, the Mavs need Lively II healthy and ready to roll, especially with camp kicking off. Every day he’s not on the court with his teammates is a day missed for chemistry and getting into rhythm. Fans in Dallas will be watching every single update, hoping he can get cleared for full basketball activity sooner rather than later. The clock’s ticking for the start of the season, and his status is a huge piece of the puzzle for the Mavs.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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