Kyrie Irving sat out the Dallas Mavericks’ game Friday night against NBA-leading Cleveland because of illness, joining fellow All-Star guard Luka Doncic on the sideline.

Only one more quarter stands between the Mavericks and the victory they were favored to collect coming into this evening. They have jumped out to a 74-66 lead against the Clippers. The Mavericks came into the match with some extra motivation after the loss they were dealt the last time these two teams faced off.

O n Friday night, the Cleveland Cavaliers, the owner of the NBA's best record at 29-4, will visit the banged-up Dallas Mavericks for a 7:30 PM CST tip. Cleveland has been fantasti

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Where: American Airlines Center - Dallas, TX When: 8:30 p.m., Friday January 3 TV: Fanduel Sports Network Ohio (previously Bally Sports), NBA League Pass Line: Cavs -7.5 Cavs injury report: Isaac Okoro - OUT (shoulder),