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Golden State Warriors Look to Continue Winning Streak Against Dallas Mavericks, Led by Klay Thompson

The Golden State Warriors are set to face off against the Dallas Mavericks in an exciting NBA matchup. The game is scheduled for December 30th at the Chase Center in San Francisco, California. Fans can catch all the action on NBCS-BA for home viewers and BSSW for away viewers.


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The Warriors have been on a hot streak lately, winning their last three games. One player who has been instrumental in their success is Klay Thompson. In the previous three games, Thompson has averaged 13 points, 5 assists, and 0 rebounds per game. He has also showcased his defensive skills with 2 steals per game. Thompson's shooting percentages have been solid, with a field goals percentage of 36%, two-point percentage of 40%, and three-point percentage of 33%. His free throws percentage stands at an impressive 75%. With an efficiency rating of 12, Thompson has proven to be a key contributor to the team's success.


Another player to watch out for is Jonathan Kuminga. In the past three games, Kuminga has averaged 10 points, 1 assist, and 5 rebounds per game. Although his shooting percentages could be improved, with a field goals percentage of 46% and a two-point percentage of 62%, he has shown potential as a young player.


Chris Paul has also made significant contributions to the team's success with an average of 9 points, 4 assists, and 4 rebounds per game in the previous three games. His shooting percentages have been impressive, with a field goals percentage of 50%, two-point percentage of 100%, and three-point percentage of 25%. Paul has also been reliable from the free-throw line with a perfect free throws percentage of 100%.


On the defensive end, Kevon Looney has been a force to be reckoned with. He has averaged 5 points, 0 assists, and 5 rebounds per game in the past three games. Looney's shot-blocking abilities have been on display with 1 block per game.


Although the Golden State Warriors have been performing well, they should not underestimate the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavericks have their own standout players who could have an impact on the game. Luka Doncic, for example, is known for his exceptional skills and ability to take over games. In the previous three games, Doncic has averaged 23 points, 1 assist, and 3 rebounds per game.


In terms of team performance, the Golden State Warriors have shown great offensive efficiency with an average offensive rating of 121.14 and a defensive rating of 114.81 in the past three games. The Dallas Mavericks, on the other hand, have had an average offensive rating of 105.80 and a defensive rating of 111.13.


As both teams prepare for this highly anticipated matchup, it will be interesting to see how Klay Thompson and Luka Doncic perform against each other. Thompson's scoring ability and Doncic's playmaking skills could make for an exciting showdown on the court.


In conclusion, the Golden State Warriors are looking to extend their winning streak against the Dallas Mavericks led by Klay Thompson's impressive performances. However, they should not underestimate the talent of Luka Doncic and the rest of the Mavericks' roster. Fans can expect an intense battle between these two teams at Chase Center on December 30th at 5:30 PM PST.


Note: All statistics mentioned in this article are based on data from previous games provided by NBA sources.

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