The shorthanded Mavericks converted on just 6 of 24 from beyond the arc. Irving led the way with 38 points and nine assists, and PJ Washington added a season-high 28 points and eight rebounds on 11 of 20 from the field. Daniel Gafford was the only other double-digit scorer for the Mavericks with a double-double of 14 points and 11 rebounds.

Mavericks stars Kyrie Irving and PJ Washington shared their thoughts on the "devastating" Dereck Lively II injury update.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves (22-21) take on the Dallas Mavericks (23-20) in a prime-time battle Wednesday. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let's analyze BetM

On Wednesday night, the Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves will face off in Texas. For the game, both teams have announced their injury reports (updated as of 3:30 Eastern Time). The Timberwolves have ruled out Donte DiVincenzo,

The Mavericks face a major setback as Dereck Lively II is sidelined for 2-3 months, threatening their playoff hopes.

The Dallas Mavericks have been dealt another brutal injury blow. Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has suffered a stress fracture in his right ankle and will be reevaluated in four weeks, the team announced Wednesday.

The Dallas Mavericks have been dealt another brutal injury blow. Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has sustained a right ankle stress fracture and will be re-evaluated in four weeks, the team announced on Wednesday.