Barea scored nine points (4-6 FG, 1-2 FT) in a win over the Lakers on Sunday. He added six assists.

Barea could be in line for bigger minutes Monday with the Mavericks opting to rest starters Monta Ellis, Tyson Chandler, and Dirk Nowitzki for the game in Utah.

Barea scored five points and handed out a team-high nine assists Friday. He added two rebounds in a double overtime win over the Nuggets.

Barea saw a small uptick in minutes with Rajon Rondo out resting and the game going to two extra frames.

Barea scored six points Wednesday on 2-of-6 shooting. He added five assists and one turnover in the win over the Suns.

Barea's productivity has been inconsistent since returning from an ankle injury. He's scored in double-figures just once in the past four games and is shooting 38.7 percent from the field.

Barea scored 14 points (6-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT) with three assists in 23 minutes Saturday.

With Rajon Rondo hurting his knee, Barea could be in line for some starts down the stretch, as he has been Rick Carlisle's preferred starter when Rondo has sat previously. In his 10 starts this season, Barea has averaged 11.0 points, 3.6 rebounds and 4.6 assists in 29 minutes per game and if Rondo is to in fact miss time, Barea will be a nice add for a lot of leagues.

Barea struggled with his shot Thursday, connecting on just two of eight attempts. He added five assists and one rebound in the loss to Houston.

Barea played 17 minutes but failed to establish any sort of rhythm off the Dallas bench.

Barea (ankle) returned from a four-game absence Wednesday against the Thunder and posted six points, one rebound, and three assists in 11 minutes of action.

Barea is averaging just 7.4 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game this season. He isn't getting enough opportunities to produce off the bench. He's only worth a look in 18-man leagues or deeper as long as Rajon Rondo is healthy.

Barea (ankle) told reporters Wednesday morning that he's ready to return against the Thunder, Earl Sneed of Mavs.com reports.

Barea missed the last four games with a sprained ankle, but he should return to his usual bench role Wednesday. Barea averaged fewer than 18 minutes per game in March, rendering him close to unusable in most formats.

Barea (ankle) is officially probable for Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Earl K. Sneed of the Mavs' official site reports.

Barea hoped to return Sunday, but ultimately skipped the contest. A few days of rest likely did the trick, and, barring a setback, it looks like he'll rejoin the lineup. Still, the team should provide an update at some point Wednesday confirming one way or the other.

Barea (ankle) took part in practice Tuesday, Earl Sneed of Mavs.com reports.

Barea missed his fourth straight game Sunday, but he's nearing a return, and that could come as soon as Wednesday against Oklahoma City. For now, Barea is considered questionable, as the team will wait until he can be evaluated Wednesday morning.

Barea (ankle) will not play Sunday against the Pacers, Dwain Price of the Fort Worth Star Telegram reports.

Barea still has some soreness on his inner left sprained ankle, which is limiting his ability to cut. He'll sit out for the fourth straight game but said he hopes to return in the near future. Following Sunday, the Mavs are off until Wednesday.

Barea (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Barea said earlier in the week that he hopes to return Sunday, but it remains to be seen if he will be able to play. Monta Ellis (calf) is doubtful, so if Ellis is out, Barea could become useful in daily leagues and as a stream option.

Barea (ankle) said he hopes to return Sunday against Indiana, Earl Sneed of Mavs.com reports.

Barea will be held out of Friday's game against San Antonio, but he said he hopes to be back on the court Sunday in Indiana, depending upon how much his ankle improves over the next two days. Expect Devin Harris and Raymond Felton to handle backup point guard duties behind Rajon Rondo.

Barea (ankle) will be held out again Friday against San Antonio, Eddie Sefko of the Dallas Morning News reports.

Barea has missed the last two games since injuring his ankle against the Grizzlies on Friday. Devin Harris, and perhaps Raymond Felton, will continue to absorb Barea's minutes off the bench. After a fairly strong month of February (10.6 points, 44% FG), Barea has cooled off in March, averaging only 5.8 points on 38 percent shooting (nine games).

Barea (ankle) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Spurs.

Barea missed Sunday's game versus the Suns due to an ankle injury, and although the ailment is not believed to be serious, Tuesday's game will be too soon for Barea to return. As a result of Barea's injury and teammate Devin Harris' illness, fellow point guard Raymond Felton may be thrown into the Mavs' rotation for Tuesday's contest.

Barea's left ankle injury is not believed to be serious, but the Mavericks do not have a timetable for his return, Earl K. Sneed of Mavs.com reports.

Barea has already been ruled out for Sunday's game in Phoenix, and he will likely be no better than questionable for Tuesday's game against the Spurs. His absence will leave more minutes for some combination of Devin Harris, Rajon Rondo and Raymond Felton.

Barea suffered a sprained ankle during Saturday's practice and will not travel with the team for Sunday's game in Phoenix, Eddie Sefko of the Dallas Morning News reports.

Barea will miss at least Sunday's game, which makes his next chance to return Tuesday when the Mavericks host the Spurs. In Barea's absence, Devin Harris and Raymond Felton will likely absorb Dallas' reserve point guard minutes.

Barea struggled with his shot Friday, connecting on just 1-of-8 shot attempts. He finished with six points and one turnover in the loss.

Barea has scored in double-figures just once in the last five games and it's hard to employ him in most formats with Rajon Rondo and Devin Harris ahead of him on the depth chart.

Barea (illness) posted four points, two assists, and two steals in 16 minutes of action Wednesday against the Magic.

Barea was considered questionable to play Wednesday, so it's a good thing he was able to make it to the court. Still, with both Rajon Rondo and Devin Harris ahead of him in the rotation, it will be hard to own him in most leagues.

Barea (illness) went through shootaround Wednesday morning, Earl Sneed of Mavs.com reports.

Barea missed Tuesday's practice due to a fever, but his presence at shootaround would seem to indicate that he has a good chance to play Wednesday against Orlando. Look for more definitive confirmation from the team Wednesday evening.

Barea (illness) sat out Tuesday's practice, Earl Sneed of Mavs.com reports.

After scoring three points and handing out seven assists in 18 minutes Monday, Barea came down with a fever Tuesday morning and was held out of practice. He should be considered questionable for Wednesday's game, and with Devin Harris (illness) also questionable, the Mavs' backcourt situation could be interesting, depending upon the final status of both players.