Even though all four matchups can be thrown away by the time a possible playoff rematch starts, this was the latest example of a disturbing trend. Entered as heavy favorites, the Mavericks showed they wouldn't join a long list of teams blown out by the Thunder.

The Dallas Mavericks will play their fourth and final matchup of the season against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday, with both teams playing on the second night of a back-to-back. Both teams are also dealing with hefty injury reports, with 12 players total out for this matchup.

The Dallas Mavericks will host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night. Before the game, Mavs head coach Jason Kidd provided a Luka Doncic injury update. Jason Kidd provides a Luka Doncic injury update.