Mavericks: What fans should watch for in first matchup vs. Spurs

The Dallas Mavericks made it two straight victories as they topped the Houston Rockets in their home opener on Tuesday night. Superstar Luka Doncic had 26 points to lead the way as Dallas played all 15 players in the win.

Next up is a difficult back-to-back that begins on Thursday against the rival San Antonio Spurs before the Mavs travel to Denver to face the Nuggets on Friday. The Spurs have lost three straight, but fans know they are going to bring their A-game in Dallas.

Mavericks fans will be watching the status of Kristaps Porzingis closely after he missed most of the second half on Tuesday night with a back injury. Here is a look at how and why fans should tune as the Mavs face the Spurs.

Dallas Mavericks vs. San Antonio Spurs: How to watch

Start time: Oct. 28 at 7:30 p.m. CT or 8:30 p.m. ET

How to watch: Bally Sports Southwest- Dallas (Mavs local market), Bally Sports Southwest- San Antonio (Spurs market)

Watch online: NBA League Pass

Dallas Mavericks vs. San Antonio Spurs: Injury updates

The Mavs listed Kristaps Porzingis (back) and Sterling Brown (ankle) as questionable for Thursday’s game on the NBA’s official injury report. Both played against the Rockets, but expect Dallas to be cautious on the first night of a back-to-back.

The Spurs have yet to submit an official report as of this writing. Keep an eye out for their statues as tipoff draws closer.

Mavericks fans should be sure to keep an eye on Twitter to see if KP is playing and for any late-breaking injury news that pops up heading into Thursday's game.

Dallas Mavericks vs. San Antonio Spurs storyline to watch: Luka heating up

Luka Doncic has gone for 27 and 26 points and narrowly missed securing a triple-double in the Mavs' last two games, which were both wins. The 22-year-old is heating up and finding his rhythm in new head coach Jason Kidd’s system.

Doncic averaged 29.0 points, 10.0 assists, and eight rebounds against the Spurs over three meetings last season. San Antonio is unlikely to have an answer for Luka, and fans should expect a monster performance from the Mavs superstar.

The Dallas Mavericks are in for difficult tests on Thursday and Friday, so fans should be sure to tune in and enjoy both games.