It doesn't look like Dereck Lively II will be returning to the hardwood any time soon.
Despite riding their first two-game winning streak of the season, the injury bug has plagued the Dallas Mavericks this season once again, and it's arguably been the most brutal toward Dereck Lively II. The 21-year-old big man already missed nine games earlier this season due to a sprained right knee, but has missed Dallas' last five games due to swelling and discomfort in his right foot.