Will Luka Doncic Play Tonight? Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder – Team News, Lineups, and Predictions.

Dallas Mavericks face the Sacramento Kings tonight. For the Mavericks, they are currently in a good run of form, having won eight of their last 10 games. Luka Doncic has allowed the rest of the team to pick up more momentum, with excellent performances across the board. The Mavericks will be looking to get an important win ahead of the All-Star break.

For the Thunder, they have had a mixed season this year. The franchise has clearly been in a rebuild so far, but have still kept themselves in contention. They have won three of their last five games and are the 11th seed currently in the Western Conference.

With that in mind, here is everything you need to know ahead of their clash tonight.

Dallas Mavericks – Team News

The Mavericks could be without some key figures for the game. Luka Doncic is listed as questionable due to tightness in the back. Wiley Cauley-Stein is also listed as questionable for the game against the Thunder due to a thumb injury. However, it is very possible that the two players will return for the game.

Predicted Lineup: Luka Doncic, Dorian Finney-Smith, Josh Richardson, Maxi Kleber, Kristaps Porzingis

Oklahoma City Thunder – Team News

The Thunder will also be without key players. Hamidou Diallo is out for the game against the Mavericks. As is George Hill, who has provided veteran experience to this team so far. Darius Miller and Trevor Ariza are yet to make an appearance since being ruled out for the game against the Nuggets.

Predicted Lineup: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Darius Bazley, Theo Maledon, Luguentz Dort, Al Horford.

Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder – Prediction

The Mavericks have been on a slight run the past few games. They are looking like the team many expected them to be at the beginning of the NBA season. The Thunder have just not been good enough, especially because of their rebuild process. Expect the Mavericks to get another important win this season.

Prediction: The Mavericks are able to defeat the Thunder, who are struggling with injuries.

Who will win between the Mavericks and the Thunder? Both teams have struggled at certain points of the season. However, the Mavericks seem to finally be clicking recently and are looking to solidify their playoff spot in the coming weeks.