GAME RECAP

Impact player

Ricky Rubio, Wolves

He got to the basket from the game's start and delivered a 22-point, 15-assist, 10-rebound game.

By the NUMBERS

4 Mavericks veteran Monta Ellis' three-pointers, all in the final 3:20 or OT.

2 Consecutive double-doubles in two career starts for Gorgui Dieng, who had 10 points and 11 rebounds.

5.5 Games the Wolves trail Dallas and Memphis by for the West's final two playoff spots.

JERRY ZGODA