Dallas Mavericks: What to watch for as Mavs host Timberwolves

The Dallas Mavericks topped the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night behind a monster 42-point performance from superstar Luka Doncic. It was a fantastic bounce-back game, which the Mavs are looking to build on.

They face the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. It is a battle of the two teams in the basement in the Western Conference heading into play on Feb. 8. Minnesota has lost three of four and six of eight. They are playing without All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns, but the big man is nearing his return.

Here is a look at how and what to watch for in the Feb. 8 showdown between the Mavs and Timberwolves.

Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: How to watch

Start time: 7:30 p.m. CT or 8:30 p.m. ET

How to watch: Fox Sports Southwest (Dallas market), Fox Sports North (Minnesota market)

Watch online: Fox Sports Go (both local markets), NBA League Pass

Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves injury updates

James Johnson (knee) is listed as questionable on the NBA’s official injury report. The Mavs will be without Tyrell Terry, Tyler Bey, and Nate Hinton as all three are in Orlando for the G League bubble.

Minnesota listed Jarrett Culver (ankle) and Ashton Hagans (G League) as out for Monday’s game. D’Angelo Russell (quad) and Juancho Hernangomez (re-conditioning) are questionable with Karl-Anthony Towns being listed as doubtful.

Fans should be sure to check Twitter just before tipoff for status updates and any late-breaking information.

Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves storyline to follow: Luka’s hot streak

The Dallas Mavericks superstar is on fire right now. Luka Doncic has scored at least 25 points in ten straight games. Dating back to Jan. 1, he averages 28.7 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game on 46.6 percent shooting from the field and 35.0 percent on his threes. Doncic is putting up the MVP numbers everyone expected, despite getting off to a slow start.

The Timberwolves allow an average of 115.0 points per game, which ranks 25th in the NBA. What can Luka do against them on Monday night? Tune in and find out.