GAME 1 2024 Playoffs: Dallas Mavericks (0-0) vs. Oklahoma City Thunder (0-0)

[MFFL]

Yes, I would have sat him this game and then reevaluate him and the team after gm1 to potential sit him longer if needed.  I would treat this injury just like they did the Utah series.

Luka in this state will not win them this series.

Sometimes I read your comments and think you are a troll.

Luka is hurt. Nobody is arguing that. But a hurt Luka is better than Exum by a ton. So you play Luka. The ONLY reason you wouldn't play him is if he would magically get better with extra rest (he won't) or Luka is risking long term injury by playing (people with Dr before their name have declared that he's safe).

So please stop banging this drum.