4 things to watch as the Mavs host the Nets

Author’s Note: This preview was written prior to the Brooklyn Nets’ game against the Miami Heat on Nov. 20.

For those of us who don’t live in Brooklyn or, for that matter, the Tri-State area, the big story surrounding the Nets this season is the injury to small forward Caris LeVert. To some, LeVert may be a relatively unfamiliar name. He doesn’t get national media attention or make highlight reel plays. However, those who know, know. That’s why losing LeVert to a dislocated foot was such a big deal. He was the team’s leading scorer and has a solid, all-around game.

So, the Nets are without their best player but still have a roster that has managed to put together a season similar to that of…