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Dereck Lively II Undergoes Surgery, Aims for Training Camp Return

7/16/2025

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Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has undergone surgery to remove painful bone spurs from his right foot. At just 21, Lively has faced injury challenges, appearing in only 91 games over two seasons. Fortunately, he is on track to recover in time for September's training camp, joining teammates Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis in their summer rehab efforts.

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Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has undergone surgery to remove painful bone spurs from his right foot. At just 21, Lively has faced injury challenges, appearing in only 91 games over two seasons. Fortunately, he is on track to recover in time for September's training camp, joining teammates Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis in their summer rehab efforts.