Dallas, Texas- The Minnesota Timberwolves are facing off against the Dallas Mavericks in a crucial game in Dallas. The Mavericks currently lead the best-of-7 series 2-0. Staff writer Chris Hine is providing live updates from the American Airlines Arena.

Karl-Anthony Towns struggled in the first half of the game, missing his first seven shots and going 2-for-10 overall, as the Timberwolves trailed the Mavericks 60-52 at halftime. However, the Mavericks faced a setback as Dereck Lively left the game due to a neck injury in the second quarter.

Lively suffered the injury when his head collided with Towns’ knee while going for a rebound. Despite scoring six points on a perfect 3-for-3 shooting before exiting the game, Lively’s return to the game remains uncertain.

The intensity of the game escalated as Luka Doncic of the Mavericks and Rudy Gobert of the Timberwolves got involved in a heated exchange on the court. Doncic had some words for Gobert, referencing a game-winning shot he made in the previous game.

As the game progressed, Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels stepped up for the Timberwolves, each contributing 12 points to keep their team in contention. On the other hand, Dallas shot an impressive 54% from the field in the first half, with Doncic leading the charge with 15 points.

Before the game, Wolves coach Chris Finch emphasized the importance of adjusting the pace for Towns and Edwards. Edwards, in particular, expressed his determination to be more aggressive in Game 3 after facing some scoring challenges in the previous games.

The matchup between the two teams promises to be intense, with both sides vying for a crucial victory. With the series at a pivotal juncture, each possession becomes crucial as the teams battle it out on the court. Fans can expect a competitive and thrilling game as the Timberwolves look to bounce back and even the series against the Mavericks in Dallas.