Minnesota Timberwolves vs Dallas Mavericks Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Chart for Jan.22 | 2024-25 NBA Season

The Minnesota Timberwolves travel to Texas to take on the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center on Wednesday, with the game tipping off a 7:30 p.m. ET. Both teams were expected to have consistent success this season given their talent, but the reality has been different as they both find themselves scrapping for wins after a series of underwhelming performances.

This will be the third meeting between these Western Conference teams this season, with each having won one game apiece.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Dallas Mavericks Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Chart for Jan.22

Minnesota Timberwolves Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Chart

The Timberwolves will be without guard Donte DiVincenzo after he suffered a toe injury against the Golden State Warriors last week. DiVincenzo underwent an MRI, which revealed a Grade 3 sprain in his toe, ruling him out indefinitely. Luckily, all other key players are healthy and available.

On the starting five front, Chris Finch will most likely go with his usual unit of Julius Randle, Jaden McDaniels, Rudy Gobert, Mike Conley and Anthony Edwards.

Point Guard	Mike Conley	Rob Dillingham	Donte DiVincenzo*
Shooting Guard	Anthony Edwards	Terrence Shannon Jr.
Small Forward	Jaden McDaniels	Nickeil Walker-Alexander	Josh Minott
Power Forward	Julius Randle	PJ Dozier
Center	Rudy Gobert	Naz Reid	Luka Garza

Dallas Mavericks Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Chart

Meanwhile, the injury crisis continues for the Mavericks, with eight players listed on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's clash.

Luka Doncic and Dante Exum are set to remain sidelined, while Dwight Powell will miss the game due to a hip injury. Jaden Hardy is also ruled out with ankle issues.

Naji Marshall (illness), Quentin Grimes (back), Dereck Lively II (ankle) and Klay Thompson (ankle) are all listed as questionable, with their status to be determined closer to tip-off.

Jason Kidd faces yet another selection dilemma for the starting lineup. He will likely rely on Kyrie Irving to work some magic, alongside P.J. Washington, Daniel Gafford, Spencer Dinwiddie and Klay Thompson.

Point Guards	Spencer Dinwiddie	Jaden Hardy	Maxi Kleber
Shooting Guards	Naji Marshall	Quentin Grimes	Luka Doncic
Small Forwards	Klay Thompson	Olivier-Maxence Prosper	Olivier-Maxence Prosper
Power Forwards	P.J. Washington	Markieff Morris	Dante Exum
Centers	Dereck Lively II	Daniel Gafford	Dwight Powell

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Dallas Mavericks preview

The Timberwolves come into the game after suffering back-to-back defeats that lacked the intensity Chris Finch would have wanted from his players. They aim to correct this, having previously been on a good run, winning five of their last seven games to the delight of their fans.

Despite the recent losses, they are playing good basketball and need a win to continue punching above their weight in the rugged Western Conference.

Unfortunately, it's a different story for the Mavericks, who are struggling in the absence of star guard Luka Doncic. Losing nine of their last twelve games highlights their midseason struggles. Additionally, the Mavs' offense has become more stagnant.

Coach Jason Kidd will need to find a solution before the All-Star break, whether through a change in tactics or making some trades to bolster the team's performance this season.