The Dallas Mavericks concluded the two-game homestand vs. the Toronto Raptors on Friday.

The Mavericks’ hopes were still alive after clinching their first-ever NBA Play-In Tournament berth in franchise history. The Mavericks signed Brandon Williams to a standard, multi-year contract on Thursday. The Mavericks blew out the Raptors 124-102 at the American Airlines Center. Dallas improved to 39-42, while Toronto fell to 30-51. Anthony Davis led the Mavericks with 23 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists.

Max Christie followed up with 17 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists. Brandon Williams added 17 points, 1 rebound, and 3 assists. PJ Washington Jr. had 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists. Daniel Gafford scored 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 1 assist. Dereck Lively II recorded 10 points and 11 rebounds. Caleb Martin tallied 8 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists. Naji Marshall posted 7 points, 2 rebounds, and 5 assists. Dallas Mavericks vs. Toronto Raptors Recap The Dallas Mavericks ruled out Kyrie Irving with left knee surgery, Olivier-Maxence Prosper with a right wrist sprain, and Spencer Dinwiddie with right knee soreness. The Mavericks’ starting lineup featured Klay Thompson, Naji Marshall, PJ Washington Jr., Anthony Davis, and Dereck Lively II. The Toronto Raptors ruled out Brandon Ingram with a left ankle sprain, Gradey Dick with a hyperextended right knee, Immanuel Quickley with rest, Jakob Poeltl with a right hand contusion, Ja’Kobe Walter with right hip flexor tightness, RJ Barrett with rest, and Ulrich Chomche with a partial proximal MCL tear. The Raptors’ starting lineup featured Jamal Shead, Jamison Battle, Scottie Barnes, Ochai Agbaji, and Jonathan Mogbo. The Mavericks opened the scoring with a 7-0 run before the Raptors got on the board with a 3-pointer. The first quarter was a high-scoring affair, with both teams exchanging leads and ties. The Mavericks led 35-25 after the first quarter. Both teams overcame slow second-quarter starts. Davis threw down a 1-handed jam, while Agbaji continued to shine after a 17-point first quarter. The Mavericks took a 66-38 lead into halftime. The Dallas Mavericks maintained momentum in the third quarter. The Mavericks took a commanding 96-67 lead after three quarters. Mavericks fans were on a Davis quadruple-double watch in the fourth quarter but fell short. Still, Davis notched a triple-double with 23 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists. The Mavericks won 124-102 in regulation. Mavericks vs. Raptors Highlights The Dallas Mavericks vs. Toronto Raptors game featured multiple highlights, such as the depressing fact the Mavericks are still figuring out how to play with one another. It’s tough to say late in the regular season and a postseason run last season, but it’s the Mavericks’ reality. The Mavericks’ buildup of injuries has been an issue. For the Dallas Mavericks, they could benefit from a youth movement. According to ESPN’s newest NBA mock draft, Dallas would select UConn freshman Liam McNeeley. McNeeley, 19, was the Big East Freshman of the Year. McNeeley’s strong feel and skill level have been apparent amid the Huskies’ ups and downs. Toronto’s 126-96 win vs. the Charlotte Hornets at the Scotiabank Arena was more than a win. Raptors rookie Forward Jonathan Mogbo recorded his first triple-double with 17 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists. Mogbo, 23, became the first NBA rookie with a triple-double this season. Final Thoughts The Dallas Mavericks lost to the Los Angeles Lakers 112-97 at the American Airlines Center on Wednesday. Emotions were high as Luka Doncic returned to Dallas for the first time since the February trade for Davis. Doncic, 26, scored 45 points, along with 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals, to lead the Lakers. A teary-eyed Doncic turned “super-human” after an emotional tribute video. The tribute video was played before Doncic was announced as the last starter in the Lakers’ lineup. Doncic felt so many emotions but proceeded to do what he does best. Play basketball. Marshall dished out a team-high 8 assists along with 23 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 steal in 36 minutes. Marshall, 27, has flourished down the stretch while successfully handling an expanded role for the short-handed Mavericks, averaging 19.5 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 1.1 steals in 34.9 minutes in his last 19 games. Marshall knew that Doncic was going to shed some tears when he was shown his tribute video. Doncic returned home and immediately did his thing. Marshall said, “That’s mad love out there … Anybody would cry — for real, for real.” The Dallas Mavericks will conclude the regular season against the Memphis Grizzlies at the FedExForum on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Central. Ja Morant has been fined for gun gestures. Morant, 25, debuted a grenade toss celebration after the Grizzlies’ 124-100 win over the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center Tuesday.