The Dallas Mavericks are set to face the LA Clippers again, but will be without their star player Luka Doncic due to a left heel contusion. This marks the second consecutive game he has missed, following a heavy loss to the Clippers.

Coach Jason Kidd noted that Doncic has been doing some court work, but he will miss his eighth game of the season. Meanwhile, Kyrie Irving is expected to return after recovering from shoulder soreness.

Doncic's absence is significant as he averages nearly 29 points per game, and he is also launching his new foundation on the same day, with 750 local children attending as guests.