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Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves (Source: CBS Sports)
Game 5 of the Western Conference Final will take place between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Dallas Mavericks at Target Centre, Minneapolis. Minnesota Timberwolves are behind in the series as the Dallas Mavericks have won three games. Minnesota Timberwolves have a lesser chance of making a comeback in the series.
Dallas Mavericks are leading the series by 3-1. Till now, Luka Doncic has been the key player for the Dallas Mavericks in their run to the finals. Until Game 4 Dallas Mavericks were leading the series by 3-0. Game 5 will be a decider for the Dallas Mavericks to book their spot in the NBA Finals. Hence on that note, let us take a look at the team’s preview, injury reports, starting line-up etc.
Match details
Game: Minnesota Timberwolves vs Dallas Mavericks, Game 5
Time: 06:00 AM (IST) and 08:30 PM E.T (Eastern Time)
Venue: Target Centre, Minneapolis
Live Coverage: ESPN and Jio Cinema
Minnesota Timberwolves:
Although it looks like the Minnesota Timberwolves are almost out of the Western Conference Finals there is still some hope left for them. Minnesota Timberwolves won Game 4 against the Dallas Mavericks as Anthony Edwards scored 29 points. This helped them to open their account in the series. They aim to do the same in Game 5 to force Game 7 in the series.
Dallas Mavericks Preview:
Dallas Mavericks are leading the series by 3-1. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving's high-class performance helped the team to win three games and have one leg in the NBA Finals. However, going into Game 5 Dallas Mavericks will look not to repat the mistakes that happened in Game 4 as they lost the game.
Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves injury reports:
Dallas Mavericks: Maxi Kleber and Dereck Lively II are doubtful for Game 4
Minnesota Timberwolves: No injury report for Game 4
Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves starting line-up:
Dallas Mavericks: Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, Daniel Gafford, Derrick Jones, Jr. P.J. Washington
Minnesota Timberwolves: Mike Conley Jr., Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert, Jaden McDaniels, Karl-Anthony Towns.