LaMarcus Aldridge (foot) could play Wednesday against the Mavericks, Joe Freeman of The Oregonian reports.

Aldridge (foot) could play Wednesday against the Mavericks, Joe Freeman of The Oregonian reports.

Analysis:

Aldridge has been ruled out for Monday's game, but coach Terry Stotts said he hopes to have his star back for the regular season finale. That said, the Blazers won't force Aldridge into action if he's less than 100 percent, as the goal, of course, is to have him ready to go when the playoffs begin this weekend.