Dallas Mavericks, Minnesota Timberwolves Set to Face Off in NBA Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi, October 7, 2023

The Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves are set to face off in a preseason game in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 7, 2023. The game will be televised live on ESPN, with tip-off scheduled for 2:09 PM CDT.

This will be the second NBA game to be played in Abu Dhabi. Last year, the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Atlanta Hawks in the first-ever NBA game in the Arabian Gulf.

The Mavericks are coming off a disappointing season, finishing with a 28-54 record. However, they have made some significant roster changes this offseason, including acquiring Kyrie Irving from the Brooklyn Nets. The Timberwolves, meanwhile, are coming off a breakout season, finishing with a 46-36 record and making the playoffs for the first time since 2018.

The game is expected to be a close one, with both teams having a chance to win. The Mavericks will be counting on Irving to lead the way, while the Timberwolves will be looking to Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards to step up.

Fans can follow live updates of the game on ESPN.com or on the ESPN app.