The Dallas Mavericks will lock horns with the New Orleans Pelicans in a Western Conference clash, in an away game, on Monday.
Negative momentum for Dallas Mavericks
The Mavericks went into Monday's game with an 11-18 record after facing a defeat on the road against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night.
Decent outings from Anthony Davis and Cooper Flagg
In Saturday's defeat against the 76ers, Anthony Davis amassed 24 points and 15 rebounds while Cooper Flagg produced 24 points and four rebounds of his own.
Now Dallas will try to make a comeback on Monday night as they lock horns with the struggling Pelicans team on the road.
A look at New Orleans Pelicans' form
On the other hand, the New Orleans Pelicans enter Monday's clash with a 7-22 record after defeating the Indiana Pacers at home on Sunday night.
Zion Williamson's red hot form
Zion Williamson paved the way for the Pelicans in Saturday's win as he wrapped up with 29 points and seven rebounds off the bench while Derik Queen registered 17 points, 10 rebounds and four assists.
Latest update on Cooper Flagg
Dallas has been listed as "questionable" because of a back contusion and is in danger of missing his second game of the season. If Flagg is sidelined for the game against the Pelicans, Naji Marshall and Caleb Martin may get the big responsibility.
Latest update on Klay Thompson
The Mavericks have also placed Thompson as "questionable" with left knee soreness and while he was able to play through the injury Saturday against the 76ers, Dallas may elect to sit him against the Pelicans.
Other ruled out players
Dante Exum and Kyrie Irving have both been ruled out as they continue to be on the sidelines while recovering from injuries.