The Dallas Mavericks sealed a 120-118 win over the Atlanta Hawks courtesy of an Anthony Davis masterclass and game-winner.

Despite torpedoing their season, and even with the end an easy respite, the Dallas Mavericks have battled back to the Western Conference’s final play-in spot.

Davis was famously the primary return in arguably the most controversial trade in NBA history, which saw Dončić head to the Los Angeles Lakers in a three-team swap that triggered a torrent of criticism, both from fans and the media, against Dallas and general manager Nico Harrison.

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Gafford, who has been out since February 10 with a knee injury, will return Monday against the Nets on a minutes restriction.

By the end of the third quarter, he had amassed 28 points and 11 rebounds, leading the Mavericks while contributing significantly on defense. His effort was key to restricting the Hawks to just 16 points in that period.

The Dallas Mavericks host the Brooklyn Nets in out-of-conference action. Monday's meeting is the first of the season for the two squads.

DALLAS — Watch the Dallas Mavericks vs. Brooklyn Nets at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 31, on WFAA/KFAA. Here's a breakdown on how to tune in – and guarantee you get the clearest signal possible of the broadcast. The Dallas Mavericks (37-38) face the Brooklyn Nets (24-51) Monday night after a narrow 120-119 win over the Chicago Bulls.

The Dallas Mavericks have been massacred by the injury bug this season, but they appear to be getting healthier at the perfect time. After Anthony Davis and Daniel Gafford recently returned to action,