The Dallas Mavericks hosted the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. The Mavs were looking to get back in the win column after a disappointing loss against the Hawks. Minnesota was struggling to find any success after dropping 17 of their 18 games.
The Mavericks jumped out to early lead thanks in part to J.J. Barea. He had been out of the rotation recently, but Jalen Brunson injured his shoulder and was ruled out for at least five games. Barea entered for Luka Doncic with 2:19 remaining in the first and Dallas up three points.