Things were looking dire for the Charlotte Hornets (14-23) in their last game, but they managed to stick it out due to some late-game heroics. That win helped keep them in contention for the final playoff spot, putting them two and a half games back of the Orlando Magic for the 8th position in the Eastern Conference.
The two-game road stint continues as they head to Dallas to take on a tough Mavericks (22-12) squad, featuring the current leader in All-Star votes, Luka Doncic. Much has been made of Luka this year and with good reason.