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Veteran Guard Russell Cleared to Play in Upcoming Mavericks-Pistons Matchup
2 Nov
Summary
- Russell (knee) will play in Saturday's game against the Pistons
- Russell has averaged 15.7 points, 7.0 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals in his last 3 games
- Russell came off the bench in his last 3 appearances

On November 2, 2025, the Mavericks received a boost as veteran point guard D'Angelo Russell was cleared to play in their upcoming Saturday matchup against the Pistons. Russell had been dealing with a bruised left knee, but the injury will not keep him sidelined.
In his last three appearances, Russell has been a valuable contributor off the Mavericks' bench, averaging 15.7 points, 7.0 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals across 26.3 minutes of action. His playmaking and scoring ability will be crucial as the Mavericks look to secure a win against the Pistons.
With Russell's return, the Mavericks' second unit is poised to provide a strong complement to their starting lineup. The team will be counting on Russell's experience and production to help them maintain their momentum in the early stages of the 2025-26 NBA season.



