Eddie Sefko of the Dallas Morning News reports that Mavericks guard Michael Finley will miss the next four games while he is on the injured list.

The Mavericks were concerned with Finley's injury and wanted to be sure he would be as close to full strength as possible for what they hope will be an extended playoff run.

Finley will miss games against five playoff bound teams, but could return for the last three. Those games would be against Golden State, Seattle, and San Antonio.