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Clash at American Airlines Center: Dallas Mavericks Host Golden State Warriors

As the Dallas Mavericks prepare to welcome the Golden State Warriors to the American Airlines Center, fans are eager for what promises to be an electrifying matchup. The Mavs' recent performance, despite a loss against the Milwaukee Bucks with a score of 115-124 on November 28th, showcased their resilience and ability to maintain high shooting percentages from both inside and outside the arc.


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The Mavs shot an impressive 51 percent from the field and 41 percent from three-point range in that game. Their bench contributed a significant 43 points, indicating depth that could be crucial against a formidable Warriors team. However, turnovers were an issue for Dallas; they gave up possession 13 times which translated into points for Milwaukee.


In contrast, on November 26th against the Toronto Raptors, Dallas managed to keep their turnovers down but still fell short with a final score of 100-105. Despite this loss, there were positives to take away – particularly their two-point shooting percentage which was an outstanding 71 percent.


Looking at these past performances and considering their overall season record of nine wins and ten losses before facing Milwaukee suggests that consistency is key for DAL. They have demonstrated they can put up big numbers but need to tighten up defensively and control turnovers if they want to secure more wins.


The upcoming game against GSW will test this theory as they face off against one of the most dynamic teams in the league. The Warriors are known for their explosive offense and will challenge DAL's defense throughout every quarter. To come out on top, DAL must leverage their home-court advantage at American Airlines Center where crowd support can often inspire elevated play.


Fans should expect DAL's stars to step up in this high-stakes game; it's these matchups where big players make big plays. With solid contributions from starters and bench players alike – coupled with disciplined ball handling – there’s no reason why DAL can't emerge victorious.


Mark your calendars for November 30th at 6:30 PM CST when these two titans clash in Dallas at American Airlines Center. Fans won't want to miss this spectacle which will be broadcasted nationally on TNT (channel 245) or locally on NBCS-BA (channel 696).

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