Mavericks Aim to Continue Winning Streak Against Timberwolves
As the Dallas Mavericks prepare to host the Minnesota Timberwolves at the American Airlines Center, fans can anticipate a thrilling encounter. The Mavericks have been on an impressive run, showcasing a potent offense and solid defense in their recent games.
The team's performance has been particularly strong at home, with their latest victory against the Portland Trail Blazers being a testament to their dominance. In that game, Dallas put up 139 points with an outstanding 58 percent field goal percentage and an even more impressive 45 percent from beyond the arc. Their ability to spread the floor and connect from deep has been a key factor in their success.
Defensively, they've shown they can clamp down on opponents effectively. They held Portland to just 103 points while recording eight blocks and eleven steals, indicating active hands and good rim protection. This defensive prowess contributed to a commanding plus-minus of +36 for that game.
The bench also played a significant role by contributing 64 points, highlighting Dallas' depth and ability to maintain pressure throughout the game. With such high efficiency on both ends of the court – an offensive rating of approximately 127 points per 100 possessions against Portland – it's clear that Dallas is finding its rhythm as we advance through the season.
However, it's not just about one game; consistency is key in basketball. Looking back at another recent home game versus Portland shows similar trends: Dallas scored 126 points with half of their field goals made and maintained control throughout almost the entire match.
On January 8th at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas (broadcasted on BSSW channel), fans will see if this trend continues as they face off against Minnesota Timberwolves who share their time zone but will be entering as visitors aiming for an upset. The match is scheduled for local evening hours when fans are most excited to cheer on their team after starting off well into this new year.