Overview

• The Mavericks have won seven of their last eight games, including a 106-94 victory over the Utah Jazz on Saturday, with Kyrie Irving scoring 30 points.
• Luka Doncic has missed five consecutive games due to a wrist sprain but has been practicing with the team; his status for Sunday’s game against Portland remains unclear.
• Klay Thompson (foot injury) and Dante Exum (wrist surgery) remain sidelined, while Naji Marshall is questionable after leaving Saturday's game due to illness.
• Portland's injury list includes key players Jerami Grant and Scoot Henderson, both listed as questionable, while Deandre Ayton has been a standout performer for the Trail Blazers recently.
• The Mavericks have dominated Portland in recent seasons, winning 10 of their last 12 matchups, and are seeking to maintain momentum in the Western Conference standings.