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Can the Mavericks Outshine the 76ers at Wells Fargo Center?

As the Dallas Mavericks prepare to face off against the Philadelphia 76ers, fans are eager to see if their team can carry forward their momentum from recent victories. The upcoming clash at Wells Fargo Center on February 6th promises to be a riveting encounter, with both teams looking to assert their dominance.


PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 29: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks shoots past Paul Reed #44 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center on March 29, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

The Mavericks have been on an impressive run, as evidenced by their commanding 128-114 victory over the Phoenix Suns on December 26th. Dominating across all four quarters, they showcased a balanced offensive onslaught with a remarkable field goal percentage of 54 and an even more impressive two-point shooting rate of 72 percent. Their efficiency was through the roof with an offensive rating of approximately 128 points per possession while maintaining control for over three-quarters of game time.


In contrast, during their December 24th game against San Antonio Spurs, DAL demonstrated they could turn up the heat offensively by racking up a staggering 144 points. The bench contributed significantly with 37 points, and they led comfortably for most of the match. Their three-point shooting was particularly lethal that night – hitting at a rate of about half their attempts – which could spell trouble for PHI if this form continues.


PHILADELPHIA, PA - MARCH 29: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks shoots the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on March 29, 2023 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

However, it's not all smooth sailing for DAL; they faced a setback in Houston against the Rockets just before Christmas. Scoring only 96 points and trailing behind in almost every statistical category highlighted some vulnerabilities in their armor - especially from beyond the arc where they shot just around one-fifth successfully.


The Philadelphia side will not make things easy either; known for their resilience at home and boasting formidable talent capable of disrupting any team's rhythm. But given DAL's recent performances and high-scoring capabilities when clicking on all cylinders, there is reason to believe that Dallas can pull off another win if they maintain focus and execution.


PHILADELPHIA, PA - MARCH 29: Tobias Harris #12 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on March 29, 2023 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

For fans looking forward to this matchup between these two powerhouses, mark your calendars: February 6th is when these titans collide at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. The game kicks off at prime time - make sure you're tuned into BSSW channel number six hundred seventy-six or NBCS-PH depending on your locale to catch every moment live!

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