Is Luka Doncic playing tonight against Orlando Magic? Exploring 5x All-Star's status (Nov. 3)

Luka Doncic is expected to play for the Dallas Mavericks when they host the Orlando Magic on Sunday. The five-time All-Star is not listed on the Mavs’ injury report and should play barring any last-minute injuries.

The superstar guard took a hard fall during the Mavericks' 108-102 loss to the Houston Rockets on Thursday and landed on his left elbow. Although he appeared to be in serious pain, Doncic assured reporters after the game that he was fine and there were no concerns.

Doncic’s availability is crucial for Dallas as he forms the nucleus of the team alongside Kyrie Irving. The Slovenian guard missed the entire preseason due to a calf injury sustained on the first day of training camp, but he has since returned to full health and has played in all of the Mavericks' five games this season. Currently, the Mavericks are 3-2 and are placed fifth in the West.

Luka Doncic, who is one of the favorites to win the MVP this season, has started the season well but hasn’t quite reached his peak performance. He is averaging a healthy 27.2 points per game but has struggled with efficiency. He is shooting 38.7% from the floor, including 29.2% from beyond the arc, both career lows.

However, it could be the simple case of Doncic getting used to a new regular season after missing the entire preseason.

While Doncic is expected to play, the team will be without Dante Exum (right wrist) and Maxi Kleber (hamstring) on Sunday.

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How has Luka Doncic fared against the Orlando Magic?

Luka Doncic has played the Orlando Magic 12 times in his young career so far. In those games, he averaged 28.6 points, 8.2 rebounds, 7.8 assists and led the Dallas Mavericks to a 9-3 record.

Doncic’s best performance against the Magic came in his most recent game against the team on Jan. 29. He had 45 points, 15 assists, nine rebounds and two steals as the Mavs won 131-129. He shot 52.2%, including going 18 of 21 from the free-throw line.

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Where and how to watch Orlando Magic vs Dallas Mavericks?

The Orlando Magic vs Dallas Mavericks game is scheduled to tip off at 7:30 p.m. EST on Sunday at American Airlines Center. The game will be broadcast locally on KFAA and FanDuel Sports Network - Florida. For fans who are looking to stream the game, they can opt for NBA League Pass and fuboTV. Both require active subscriptions and could be subjected to local market blackouts.