Mavericks Significantly Shake Up Starting Lineup With Kyrie Irving Out Against Jazz
The Mavericks face the Jazz without Kyrie Irving (shoulder strain), starting Dereck Lively II, Quentin Grimes, and Maxi Kleber to shake up the lineup.
SALT LAKE CITY — The Dallas Mavericks will attempt to defeat the Utah Jazz on Thursday night without Kyrie Irving, who was ruled out due to a right shoulder strain. The team is motivated to end a three-game losing streak and improve their 5-6 record.
Head coach Jason Kidd mentioned “no concern” about Irving’s injury and expressed optimism that he’ll return to the lineup soon. However, it remains to be seen when he’ll be back in the lineup until a more precise update is provided.
Without one of their star backcourt members, the Mavericks decided to shake up the lineup—inserting Dereck Lively II, Quentin Grimes, and Maxi Kleber. The move sends Daniel Gafford and Naji Marshall into the second unit.
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