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Dallas Mavericks Narrowly Outscored at American Airlines Center by Milwaukee Bucks

The Dallas Mavericks, with a record of 13-12, were edged out by the Milwaukee Bucks, who improved to 19-6 after a closely contested game. The final score read 106-105 in favor of the visiting team.


PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 25: Dante Exum #0 of the Dallas Mavericks handles the ball during the second half of the NBA game at Footprint Center on December 25, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Mavericks defeated the Suns 128-114. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

At the American Airlines Center, fans witnessed an intense matchup where the lead changed hands 14 times and was tied on 10 occasions. The Dallas Mavericks showcased their offensive capabilities with a field goal percentage of 47 and converted on five out of eight fast break attempts for a conversion rate of 63 percent. They also dominated in points from second chance opportunities, scoring 16 off twelve attempts.


The home team's bench contributed significantly with 35 points to their total score. In terms of rebounds, the Mavericks pulled down a total of 53 boards - twelve being offensive rebounds which helped them maintain possession and create additional scoring opportunities. Their defensive efforts resulted in six blocks and eight steals over the course of the game.


Despite these efforts, it was not enough to secure victory as they fell short by just one point against Milwaukee Bucks' solid performance that included an effective field goal percentage of exactly half their shots taken. The Bucks also had an impressive free throw percentage at approximately 83 percent making nineteen out of twenty-three attempts.


For individual performances from Dallas, there were notable contributions across various aspects including assists where they totaled twenty-one for the game showing good ball distribution among players. However, turnovers proved costly for them as they gave up eleven possessions compared to seventeen by Milwaukee.


Looking ahead for Dallas Mavericks fans, their next challenge will be against Chicago Bulls at United Center in Chicago on December 11th at around seven o'clock in the evening local time. This upcoming game can be watched on BSSW channel number six hundred seventy-six or NBCS-CHI channel six hundred sixty-five depending on your location.

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