Summary
The Dallas Mavericks' center, Dereck Lively II, will undergo surgery on his right foot, ending his season early. Lively has faced multiple injuries in his three-year NBA career, and he is expected to recover before the next season's training camp.
Key Facts
- Dereck Lively II plays as a center for the Dallas Mavericks.
- He will have surgery on his right foot and miss the rest of the 2025-26 NBA season.
- Lively has dealt with injuries throughout his career, playing only 98 games over three seasons.
- He previously had surgery for bone spurs on his right foot in July.
- During the 2025-26 season, Lively averaged 4.3 points and 5.3 rebounds per game.
- Lively contributed to the Mavericks' 2024 NBA Finals run and finished sixth in Rookie of the Year voting that year.
- The Mavericks have shifted Anthony Davis to the center position to compensate for injuries.
- The team is currently 11th in the Western Conference with a 9-16 record.
