Luka returns from 5-game absence vs. Blazers, Kyrie ruled out

Dallas Mavericks All-Star Luka Doncic was in the starting lineup against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday after missing the last five games due to a wrist sprain.

Kyrie Irving missed his second game of the season with shoulder soreness. Dereck Lively II and Naji Marshall are also out due to a knee injury and an illness, respectively.

Doncic has averaged 28.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, 7.6 assists, and 1.6 steals in 14 games this season.

The Mavericks went 4-1 in Doncic's absence. They're in the midst of a three-game winning streak, defeating each opponent by double digits.

Irving has averaged 24.8 points, 5.6 assists, and 4.8 rebounds this campaign.

Dallas has gone 12-8 so far this season.