Luka Doncic’s extended absence due to a calf strain and several other injuries leave the Dallas Mavericks in a challenging position as they prepare to face the Portland Trail Blazers. With Luka out for 4-6 weeks,

Luka Doncic's injury has left the Dallas Mavericks in a grave position. The team is struggling to get a "W" in the absence of the star guard and have lost five games in a row. The Slovenian is not expected to mark his return any sooner and on Tuesday,

The Mavericks will need PJ Washington to play well alongside Klay Thompson amid Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving's injury absences.