Luka Doncic clears Health and Safety Protocols

Doncic, along with Tim Hardaway Jr. and Maxi Kleber, is expected to rejoin the team after exiting protocols on Saturday.

From NBA.com News Services

January 1, 2022 9:19 PM

Mavericks All-Star guard Luka Doncic has cleared Health and Safety Protocols.

Dallas Mavericks star guard Luka Doncic has cleared the NBA’s Health and Safety Protocols, per league official report on Saturday.

Additionally, Tim Hardaway Jr. and power forward Maxi Kleber have also cleared protocols and are available for the Mavericks next game against the Thunder on Sunday (7 ET, League Pass).

Doncic hasn’t played since Dec. 10 after re-injuring his ankle in a 106-93 loss to the Pacers. He was set to return from the injury on Dec. 23 but was sidelined for another five games after entering Health and Safety Protocols on Dec. 22.

Dallas (17-18) has won five of its 10 last games without their All-Star guard. Doncic is averaging 25.6 points, 8.0 rebounds and 8.5 assists for the Mavericks this season.