Dirk out indefinitely with ankle, knee sprain
Published 3/24/2008 at FOXSports.com News for NBA
Dirk Nowitzki of the Dallas Mavericks is out indefinitely with a high ankle sprain and a mildly sprained knee.
It's a blow to the Mavericks' title hopes - and perhaps their chances of making the playoffs. The team announced the diagnosis Monday, the day after the reigning MVP was injured during a game against San Antonio.
The Mavs have lost three straight, continuing a spiral since adding Jason Kidd.
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