Mavericks Face Trail Blazers Amid Roster Challenges

The Dallas Mavericks are set to face the Portland Trail Blazers despite being short-handed due to injuries and suspensions. Luka Doncic is out with an injury, while PJ Washington and Naji Marshall are suspended following an altercation with Jusuf Nurkic. Despite these absences, the Mavericks remain competitive against the struggling Blazers, who are 13th in the Western Conference and facing their own injury challenges, with key players like Robert Williams III, Toumani Camara, and Dalano Banton listed as questionable. Meanwhile, Klay Thompson, who missed a recent game due to illness, is expected to return for the Mavericks. The Blazers are also looking to improve their shooting and performance, as they have struggled significantly this season.