Hardaway will miss Friday's game versus the Bulls due to left ankle soreness.

EDGE Analysis

In a surprising turn of events, Hardaway went from unlisted on the initial injury report to sitting out Friday's contest, joining Kyrie Irving (foot), Josh Green (rest), Maxi Kleber (hamstring) and Christian Wood (rest) as players who will skip the title. The Thunder's victory over the Jazz on Thursday was likely a factor in the decision, and it appears the Mavericks appear set to run out an irregular lineup Friday as a result. Hardaway could still play Sunday should the Mavericks pick up the win, which would keep the team's playoff hopes alive.

Hardaway totaled 24 points (8-14 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and four assists over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 123-119 win over Sacramento.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway was held to six points in 18 minutes his last time out Sunday in Atlanta, but he was able to rediscover his shooting touch as the Mavericks returned home to the American American Center. Even after the poor showing in Atlanta, Hardaway has generally been trending upward as the regular season nears its conclusion. He's unseated Josh Green for a starting role and is averaging 18.3 points (on 51.4 percent shooting from the field), 3.7 three-pointers, 3.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 31.8 minutes per game over his last six appearances.

Hardaway finished with 31 points (11-15 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven assists and six rebounds across 41 minutes during Saturday's 129-122 loss to the Heat.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway set a new season high in the scoring column with hyper-efficient shooting from the field and three-point line guiding him to the new mark. He's now posted at least 20 points in two straight games, but it hasn't been enough for Dallas to avoid losses, which currently puts the team on the outside looking in for a spot in the Western Conference Play-In Tournament. As Dallas continues to push for as many wins as possible over its final four games of the regular season, look for Hardaway to retain a big-minute role while serving as the third option on offense behind stars Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.

Hardaway supplied 21 points (8-15 FG, 5-10 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 116-108 loss to Philadelphia.

EDGE Analysis

Making his second straight start, Hardaway delivered more than 20 points for the first time since March 11. The veteran wing continues to light it up from the outside, going 10-for-23 (43.5 percent) on three-point attempts over the last three games and averaging 3.3 threes a game through 11 contests in March along with 14.6 points, 3.0 boards and 1.9 assists.

Hardaway racked up 13 points (4-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one block in 24 minutes during Monday's 127-104 win over the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway made his first start after three appearances off the bench, finishing as one of four starters and six Mavericks players to surpass the double-digit scoring mark. Hardaway has tallied 10 or more points in seven of his last 10 contests.

Hardway is starting Monday's contest against the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

After three straight appearances off the bench, Hardaway is starting Monday's contest with Maxi Kleber (hamstring) ruled out. The veteran guard has started in 40 outings this season, averaging 15.2 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.7 assists over 33.3 minutes per game.

Hardaway amassed 15 points (5-14 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 36 minutes during Sunday's 110-104 loss to the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran wing had missed the last two games due to an illness, but Hardaway provided solid production off the bench in his return. With Luka Doncic set to be suspended for Monday's game against the Pacers after picking up his 16th technical foul of the season Sunday, Hardaway could pick up some of the scoring slack against Indiana.

Hardaway (illness) is available for Sunday's game in Charlotte.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway has missed back-to-back games due to an illness, but as expected, he's been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up Sunday. Since the All-Star break, he's averaged 15.2 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 29.5 minutes, and his presence could mean fewer opportunities for Jaden Hardy, Reggie Bullock, Justin Holiday and Josh Green.

Hardaway (illness) is probable for Sunday's clash against the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway has missed the past two games due to an illness but should return Sunday. Since the All-Star break, he's averaged 15.2 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 29.5 minutes. His presence could result in fewer minutes for Jaden Hardy, Reggie Bullock, Justin Holiday and Josh Green.

Hardaway (illness) won't take the floor Friday versus the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway initially held a questionable status for Friday's tilt, but it appears he's not quite over the bug that cost him Wednesday's game as well. His next opportunity to return to action arrives Sunday in a road rematch with Charlotte. Justin Holiday and Maxi Kleber seem likely candidates to handle additional minutes in place of Hardaway on Friday.