Dallas Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle provides Dwight Powell injury update

Dallas Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle provides an injury update on Dwight Powell

The Dallas Mavericks began mandatory workouts on July 1. It was their first official day back in preparation for the NBA’s restart. The Mavs are one of 22 teams heading to Orlando next week to finish the 2019-2020 season.

Dallas is dealing with a few injuries coming in. They will be without Dwight Powell after he tore his Achilles in January. Jalen Brunson and Courtney Lee were also ruled out with injuries during the hiatus. Willie Cauley-Stein has opted out of the restart. That makes it four Mavs unable to take part. That means coach Rick Carlisle and the Mavericks will have to get creative in Orlando.

Fans knew Powell would not play after suffering the injury. Nearly fourth months have passed since the Mavs have played a game. The 28-year-old improved significantly during the NBA’s suspension.

Dallas Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle gives an update on Dwight Powell heading into Orlando

Coach Carlisle had his first media availability of the restart on Wednesday. He touched on a variety of topics including Powell’s health. Fans can hear what Carlisle had to say about all the Mavericks injuries here.

It is fantastic to hear that Powell is progressing. Expect him to continue attacking his rehab in Orlando and beyond. Powell has stated he wants to be back for the opening night of the 2020-2021 season. He appears to be on track at the moment.

Carlisle mentioned his value to the team during the restart. Powell’s work ethic, intelligence, and vigor will be important for the Mavericks as they navigate the unprecedented circumstances of the Disney World bubble. He may not help on the court, but DP will provide plenty of value in Orlando.

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