Luka Doncic endured an injury scare on Friday during Game 3. He fortunately returned and helped Dallas earn a pivotal 101-90 win, but he admitted that his knee was “stiff” following the victory. Head coach Jason Kidd shut down concerns over Doncic’s apparent injury on Saturday, but he is still listed on the injury report for Game 4.

Teams tend to proceed with caution when it comes to knee concerns. However, Kidd made it seem likely that Doncic will play on Sunday. Additionally, Luka will want to be on the court for a crucial Game 4 affair.

If the Mavs can earn the win, they will clinch a 3-1 series lead before heading back to Los Angeles. A loss would not only even the series at two games apiece, but it would provide the Clippers with home-court advantage once again.

The Mavs currently have momentum after winning the second and third games of the series, but the Clippers are one good victory away from being right back in this series. So is Luka Doncic playing tonight vs. the Clippers?

Luka Doncic’s injury status for Game 4 vs. Clippers

Doncic is listed as questionable for Game 4 due to right knee soreness. Tim Hardaway Jr., who missed Friday’s game with an ankle injury, has been upgraded to doubtful. Olivier-Maxence Prosper is out with an ankle injury.

Again, Kidd sounded confident while speaking to reporters on Saturday. He did not give Doncic an official status for Sunday’s game, but barring a setback it would be surprising to see Luka not play.

One important element of Doncic’s game is his toughness. He wants to be on the floor regardless of the circumstances.

From a performance standpoint, Doncic has yet to have any jaw-dropping performances in the 2024 postseason. He’s certainly had some clutch moments, and the Mavericks would not be leading 2-1 in the series without him.