Dereck Lively II Cleared for Play After Neck Scare
Rookie's Injury Update Provides Relief for Dallas Mavericks
Lively's Neck Tests Come Back Okay After Collision
After suffering a scary injury in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Dallas Mavericks rookie Dereck Lively II has received positive news. According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, tests on Lively's neck came back okay on Monday morning, providing a sigh of relief for the team.
Lively was helped off the court in the second quarter of Sunday's game after Karl-Anthony Towns inadvertently struck him in the neck and back of the head with his knee. The injury raised concerns about a potential concussion or neck injury, but those fears have been allayed.
Lively's impressive playoff performance has been a key factor in the Mavericks' success this postseason. The rookie center has averaged 9.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game in the playoffs, providing a valuable interior presence for Dallas.
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