Disappointing or Uninspiring? What should be the actual word to describe Luka Doncic & the Dallas Mavericks’ season so far? We get it: the West is stacked. It’s early in the season, but this side looks nothing like the one seen last season. Klay Thompson‘s inclusion has remained wrapped in a blanket so far. Sure, they picked up pace in the latter half of the season. While that provides a sense of optimism, the latest update on Starman Doncic doesn’t help the cause by any stretch of the imagination.

According to ESPN’s Sham Charania, “Luka Doncic has sustained a wrist injury and is expected to miss time.” The 5-time All-Star has been dealing with multiple injuries over the past two weeks, including a left groin and right knee strain, yet he kept pushing through. However, his body has now reached its limit, and he can no longer continue with the wrist injury.

The Mavericks are heavily relied on the Slovenian’s shoulder for their numbers. Without him in the squad, they would face a major setback and be unprepared. Not only will Dallas face an issue with it, but even the fans from all corners of the NBA sphere are concerned about the potential MVP.

Fans gather to pray for Luka Doncic

Sending love to the injured guard, fans took to social media to show their support. A self-proclaimed Warriors fan wrote on X, “Warriors fan here, praying for Luka 🙏.” No matter which team you support, showing love for a player during their difficult times is certainly one of the most beautiful aspects of sports, and the Dubs fans proved it.

Another fan expressed their support with a heartfelt message, wishing Luka a “speedy recovery.” While no specific timeline has been provided for his return, fans hope he recovers quickly and returns to the team soon.

One fan commented, “Get well soon…good health is paramount out West.” While sending well-wishes to Doncic, the fan also emphasized how crucial his health is for the Mavs to stay competitive. Many other fans shared similar sentiments.

“Mavs are cooked without him,” claimed someone. Considering Doncic’s impact on Dallas’ games, this is no surprise. The 25-year-old appeared in 14-of-15 games in the regular season, averaging 28.1 points and 7.6 rebounds and assists each. However, this is not yet the best the combo guard can offer. He has racked up enough points in the last season and brought the team close to a championship trophy. So, Doncic’s injury is undoubtedly a significant blow to the franchise.

Some fans also thought Doncic “Should have been rested against the Pelicans.” Doncic was sidelined in the game against the Thunder due to a right knee contusion. However, he was added back to the roster for the following game against the Pelicans. Many fans believe the Mavericks should have opted to give him additional rest in that game as well to avoid further strain on his existing injury.

Facing the Nuggets on Friday without Doncic will be a tough challenge for the Mavericks, but Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson must step up. Still, a Nikola Jokic vs. Luka Doncic showdown hits differently. Do you think the Mavs can hold strong until Doncic returns? Share your thoughts below!