Dirk Nowitzki rested during shootaround Monday, Tim MacMahon of ESPN reports.

Nowitzki rested during the Mavs' morning shootaround, but is still on track to play in Monday's Game 5 tilt with the Thunder, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis:

Nowitzki played 40 minutes during Saturday's Game 4 loss despite dealing with a bone bruise in his right knee. He's still bothered by the issue, but is not expected to face any limitations in Game 5 as the Mavericks attempt to stave off elimination. For the series, Nowitzki is averaging 19.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, and two assists while shooting 49.3 percent from the floor.