The Dallas Mavericks are experiencing a catastrophic month, marked by critical injuries and disheartening losses. After trading away Luka Dončić, injuries have sidelined key players like Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving, culminating in a dismal 137-107 defeat against the Milwaukee Bucks. The Mavericks have now lost four of their last five games, leaving them with a modest 32-31 record, placing them in a precarious 10th position in the Western Conference.

Despite Klay Thompson's notable 28-point performance, the Mavs were outclassed, overshadowed by the Bucks' duo of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, who each scored over 30 points. With their current roster heavily compromised, the Mavericks may look to strategically lose games to secure a better position for next season, as they await the return of injured star Davis and hope Irving can recover in time for a stronger comeback.