Timberwolves Defeat Mavericks in Christmas Clash as Luka Doncic Suffers Calf Injury

Minnesota snapped a three-game losing streak with a 105-99 win, while Dallas braces for an extended absence of their star player after a non-contact injury.

Luka Doncic exited the game in the second quarter with a left calf strain and is expected to miss significant time, pending an MRI scheduled for Thursday.
The Mavericks mounted a near-comeback from a 28-point deficit, led by Kyrie Irving's 39 points, but fell short in the final minute of the game.
Anthony Edwards scored 26 points and made key plays late in the game to secure the Timberwolves' victory, ending their three-game losing streak.
Julius Randle contributed 23 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists for Minnesota, showcasing his evolving role as a facilitator for the team.
Klay Thompson hit four three-pointers, surpassing Reggie Miller for fifth place on the NBA's all-time career three-pointers list with 2,562.