The Dallas Mavericks lost a frantic game to the Minnesota Timberwolves Monday night in Dallas, losing 124-121. The Timberwolves had a 26 point lead in the third quarter and the Mavericks almost completed one of the best comebacks in franchise history.
Kyrie Irving exploded in the second half, scoring 26 of his game-high 36 points in the fourth quarter. Luka Doncic scored 33, as the duo each got to 30 points in their first home game together since Irving was traded to the Mavericks on Sunday. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 32 points.