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0 During Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Dereck Lively II was forced to leave the court after taking a knee to the back of the head from Karl-Anthony Towns. The impact caused Lively’s head to snap forward, and the Duke University rookie remained on the court holding his head. The incident occurred towards the end of the first half when Towns went for a rebound and accidentally struck Lively as Mike Conley drove for a missed shot.
Lively’s absence is a concern for the Mavericks, as he has been a pivotal player throughout the playoffs and the regular season. Star guard Luka Doncic expressed the team’s reliance on Lively, stating, “He helps us so much in these playoffs and in the regular season. Obviously, we’re going to miss him if he can’t play.”
As of now, Lively’s status for Game 4 of the Mavericks vs. Timberwolves series remains uncertain. The Timberwolves are on the verge of a 4-0 sweep, and fans are eager to see if the Mavericks can make history by reaching the finals for the first time since 2011. Stay tuned for updates and the outcome of this critical matchup on Wednesday.
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