Times like this that make it easier to understand why the Mavericks constructed their roster for this season the way they did.
They knew back in October that whenever this season got rolling, it was going to be a war of attrition.
And not just because of COVID-19, although that certainly has been a pain. It’s also the frequency of games that have reduced practice time and increased aches and pains.
So wily veterans like Trey Burke have become vital. This stretch of injuries and rapid-fire games have shown it.
On Monday, he responded with 19 points and five assists in 28 minutes off the bench.