Mavericks vs Thunder: Tanking vs Triumph

0:00For the NBA, it's March 1st. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. The Dallas Mavericks host the Oklahoma City Thunder this Sunday evening, and a matchup highlighting two teams going in opposite directions. The Mavericks have dropped their last two games to the Memphis Grizzlies and Sacramento Kings, and they're focused on finishing near the bottom of the standings. Meanwhile, the Thunder set atop the Western conference after knocking off the Denver Nuggets. Shy Gilgis, Alexander is back from injury for Oklahoma City, hoping to keep them strong even if they're not dominating like their 24-1. Start suggested, on the Mavericks side, Rookie stand out Cooper Flagg remain sideline with a midfoot sprain, now missing his seven-strike game. Flagg's absence hurts Dallas's chances to win, which fits their strategy of tanking the rest of the season. He sat out the Rising Stars event before the All-Star break, and likely won't play Tuesday against the Charlotte Hornets in the key Rookie match-up. injury woes Paula for the Mavericks, with Kyrie Irving done for the year

1:03recovering from ACL surgery, and Derek Lively the second out after foot. Surgery, that limited him to just seven games. Marvin Bagley the third is sideline by a next-frame, while a few others like Caleb Martin and Najee Marshall are questionable. The Thunder will miss four players too, including star Jalen Williams with a hamstring strain. Expect a lopsided affair, as Dallas prioritizes draft position over victories. The Daily News now is grateful to our sponsor for today's episode, Headphones in a Pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense. S-O-L-L-I-S-O-L-E-P-L-O-D Dot Com.