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Clash at American Airlines Center: Dallas Mavericks to Host Denver Nuggets

As the Dallas Mavericks prepare to welcome the Denver Nuggets to the American Airlines Center, fans are eager for what promises to be a thrilling encounter. The Mavericks, coming off an impressive performance on November 19th with a dominant 127-99 victory over the same Nuggets team, look poised for a repeat performance.


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The previous game saw the Mavericks shoot an exceptional 60 percent from the field and an impressive 41 percent from beyond the arc. Their offensive prowess was on full display as they racked up 127 points, with their bench contributing a hefty 58 points. The team's efficiency was through the roof with an effective field goal percentage of 68 percent and true shooting percentage of 71 percent. They dominated in all aspects of scoring, especially in points in paint where they shot an astounding 82 percent.


On defense, Dallas held Denver to just under half their shooting efficiency at only 42 percent from the field and managed to restrict them to just a third of their three-point attempts. This defensive solidity combined with their offensive firepower suggests that if they can replicate this form, another win could be on cards.


However, it's worth noting that basketball is not played on paper and past performances don't guarantee future results. Just two days prior to their commanding win against Denver, Dallas struggled against Houston Rockets on November 17th where they lost by nine points despite being at home. In that game, their shooting percentages plummeted across all categories – overall field goals dropped down significantly as did three-pointers made which were just above one fifth of attempts taken.


This inconsistency is something that head coach Jason Kidd will need his team to address if they are going to have any chance of maintaining momentum throughout this season. Consistency will be key for Dallas as they aim for success both in regular season play and beyond into playoffs contention.


Looking ahead towards Monday night's matchup against Denver Nuggets once again at home court provides opportunity for redemption after mixed recent results – but also presents challenge given how close these teams' records are tied currently standing at nine wins each before last Saturday’s game result is factored in.


Fans can catch this exciting NBA action live on Monday night scheduled tip-off time set for November 21st at American Airlines Center or tune into BSSW channel number six hundred seventy-six or ALT channel number six hundred eighty-one depending upon your location preference viewing experience needs catered accordingly whether you're cheering from stands or comfort your own living room couches ready witness potential high-scoring affair between two Western Conference contenders looking make statement early season stages already underway!

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