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After a weekend of turmoil on Teesside, we look to explain what has happened with Aitor Karanka and Middlesbrough, and what will happen next. Footballers have been known to go AWOL from time to time. There was Lewis Grabban going missing from the Norwich team hotel, Carlos Tevezs disappearance following a famous spat with Roberto Mancini and Pierre van Hooijdonk going on strike for lack of player investment at Nottingham Forest.But, it is unprecedented for a manager to refuse to travel with his team for a fixture, with no excuses offered. Karanka has bucked the trend, and caught fans and experts alike completely by surprise. What has happened at Middlesbrough, and why has such an event taken place and where do they go from here? We take a look...What happened following midweek defeat at Rotherham? Rotherham celebrate over Boro which instigated row The Spanish coach stormed out of the clubs Rockcliffe Park Training Ground on Friday and told his players he didnt want to manage them again after a heated post-training row - instigated by Karankas criticism of his players after their 1-0 defeat at Rotherham in midweek.The former Real Madrid assistant was true to his word, and did not travel for Boros 2-0 defeat against Charlton at The Valley on Sunday, leaving Steve Agnew to take charge of the team instead.Did the teams form warrant Karankas anger? Middlesbrough went clear at the top after Brentford win Having derailed Brightons unbeaten start to the season with an emphatic 3-0 win at Amex Stadium, Boro hit the top of the table, and after a 1-0 win at Brentford on January 12, they held a five point lead at the top, with a game in hand.However, three wins from the subsequent 11 matches, losing their last three on the road and scoring just one goal in the process has angered Karanka.Those successive defeats on the road have come against sides much lower down the division - infuriating Karanka yet further.Why did Karanka take such drastic action? Middlesbrough players have good rapport in north east Sky sources understand that the players were concerned that criticism would damage the high morale at the club, which led to the heated team meeting taking place.Karanka has previous with this squad. Back in August. Albert Adomah handed in a transfer request after a bust-up with his manager, before revoking it in September as the pair patched up their relationship.Stewart Downing has also had his disagreements with Karanka, and at such a critical stage of the campaign, Karanka felt that the players were working to their own agenda, which warranted such unusual action.Are promotion hopes in jeopardy? Gaston Ramirez (left) celebrates against Wolves Well, no. What is most surprising about all the upheaval on Teesside is that Boro are still very much primed to seal automatic promotion back to the Premier League.Despite their recent woes, Karankas side sit second in the Championship, and victory over promotion rivals Hull on Friday, live on Sky Sports 1 HD, would strengthen their position yet further.Whats more, four of their next five matches are at home - everything is still very much in their own hands.What was the response from players, fans and staff? Middlesbrough fans have backed Karanka Both the Middlesbrough fans and coaching staff have certainly nailed their colours to the mast. The travelling Boro faithful sang Karankas name at the Valley on Sunday, and voted overwhelming in local media polls, backing the Spaniard in the bust-up.Goalkeeper coach Leo Percovich wasnt afraid to make his feelings known at the Valley, unveiling a training top with AK embezzled on it.And the players? Their woeful showing in Sundays defeat actually gave credence to Karankas views.What will happen now? Middlesbrough chairman Steve Gibson wants issue resolved According to Sky sources, the tact has changed in 48 hours. Karankas refusal to travel with the team did not sit well with Steve Gibson and the board, casting serious doubts over the Spaniards long-term future.However, with Boros inept showing at Charlton adding weight to Karankas argument that the players are not giving him enough, Karanka has received some sympathy from the Boro hierarchy.One way or another, Gibson is thought to be keen to resolve the issue sooner rather than later, especially with the clubs pivotal clash with Hull coming up.Ian Holloways view Highlights of Charlton v Middlesbrough from the Sky Bet Championship To me it looks like they lost their focus [at Charlton]. Theyve lost their leader. In the Championship you have little bumps in the road that you have to overcome. Youve got to be together but theyve not done that.Are they in a mini-crisis? Yes, they are. Theyve been really good - had outstanding spells - but the mini-crisis to me is losing a manager of his ilk at this crucial stage in the season. At this stage you need stability, belief and togetherness.If there have been some arguments, well, sometimes conflict is healthy; you come out the other side stronger.Somethings gone wrong - we dont know what - but Middlesbrough need to shake themselves down because the Hull game is massive. Get Sky Sports Alerts Breaking news, line ups and goal alerts from your football club - direct to your mobile Also See: Karanka could stay Charlton win amid fan protest Watch Championship goals Charlton fans mock funeral Jordan Mills Jersey . The defeat leaves the 41-year-old Nestor to concentrate on the mixed-doubles event after winning 12 straight matches and winning Australian titles in Brisbane and Sydney with two different partners. "This was a little bit of a let down, but all credit to them," said Nestor. 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Shaq Lawson Jersey . - Young and old.MEMPHIS, Tenn. - When the Memphis Grizzlies went ahead with 4 minutes left, it was time for Dirk Nowitzki to take over.Nowitzki scored 21 points, including the last eight for Dallas in the final 2 minutes, to lead the Mavericks past the Grizzlies 103-95 on Monday.The Grizzlies took a two-point lead with about 4 minutes to go, but Dallas outscored Memphis 14-4 the rest of the way. Nowitzki hit a pair of mid-range fadeaway jumpers, a layup and then closed out the scoring with two free throws.Ive got to be better and pick my spots when theyre there and just be more efficient, Nowitzki said.Monta Ellis led the Mavericks with 25 points and seven assists. Chandler Parsons added 15 points, and Devin Harris had 12 points off the Dallas bench. Tyson Chandler finished with 10 points and 16 rebounds.Both teams had 42 rebounds, and they were even in turnovers at 13.We stayed even with them on the boards. We had a low turnover game, Dallas coach Rick Carlisle said. If you do those two things, you at least have a chance against these guys.Mike Conley, back after missing two games with a right ankle sprain, led Memphis with 22 points. Marc Gasol scored 20, and Zach Randolph had 18 points and 15 rebounds.The game was physical, with battling under the boards, bodies flying and players and coaches pleading to officials about calls. That fits Memphis style, but the Mavericks held their own.I know its going to be physical any time I come (to Memphis) to play, Chandler said. I mean, I have some scratches and bruises. Its a wrestling match down there any time you face (Gasol and Randolph).The Mavericks were 25 of 33 from the foul line and made 10 of 25 3-pointers. Memphis was 20 of 22 on free throws, but only 3 of 22 outside the arc.The competitive difference in the game was free throws and 3s, Memphis coach Dave Joerger said..dddddddddddd. 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Pregame activities included the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Sports Legacy Symposium honouring Earl Monroe, Jason Collins and Chauncey Billups. ... The Grizzlies are 5-8 on MLK Day.EYE POKEParsons took a finger to the eye in the first half and had trouble shaking off the irritation, wiping his eye with a towel on several occasions. Afterward, he said there was a slight scratch, but nothing that would prevent him from playing.SIGHT TO CAUSE SORE EYESCarlisle said he spent the evacuation time before the game sitting on a bus with Tony Allen in his bathrobe. Allen, the Grizzlies guard-forward, has been wearing a blue bathrobe in the locker room lately. Asked if the visual of Allen would be memorable, Carlisle replied: Hopefully not.UP NEXTMavericks: At Minnesota on Wednesday.Grizzlies: Host Raptors on Wednesday. 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