I'm told there is optimism he's going to be able to …
There is optimism that Austin Reaves could return for Game 5 after suffering a grade two oblique strain in early April, with his status expected to be a game-time decision. Reaves is hopeful to play in Wednesday's game, roughly four weeks after the injury. Luka Doncic, meanwhile, is ruled out for the entire series but has begun on-court workouts. The update comes from Shams Charania, citing sources familiar with Reaves' recovery progress.
- ▪Austin Reaves sustained a grade two oblique strain in early April.
- ▪He is optimistic about returning for Game 5 and is considered a game-time decision.
- ▪Reaves would be returning approximately four weeks post-injury if he plays.
- ▪Luka Doncic is expected to miss the entire series but has started on-court rehabilitation.
- ▪Shams Charania reported the update on Reaves' injury status and recovery outlook.
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