The Mavericks said he would not return to the game

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) and teammate Josh Green (8) celebrate during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Miami Heat in Dallas

Mavericks All-Star Doncic leaves game with ankle injury

Playing defense is harder these days, but not impossible

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) loses his balance while dribbling against Los Angeles Clippers forward Robert Covington (23) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas

Mavericks All-Star Doncic leaves game with ankle injury

Analysis: Trying to play good NBA defense 'wild, hot mess'

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Mavericks All-Star Doncic leaves game with ankle injury

Analysis: Trying to play good NBA defense 'wild, hot mess'