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Dallas Mavericks Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Sacramento Kings in Western Conference Showdown

The Dallas Mavericks are entering this Western Conference matchup on a hot streak, winning five consecutive games and nine of their last 10. Currently in the sixth spot in the West, they are one game behind the New Orleans Pelicans and half a game ahead of the Phoenix Suns. The Sacramento Kings, on the other hand, had won two games in a row before a disappointing loss to the Mavericks in their last game. They are 6-4 in their last 10 games and currently hold the eighth spot in the Western Conference, 1.5 games ahead of the L.A. Lakers and only half a game behind the Suns. This preview is for a Friday night game, with lines not yet posted. As of now, Sacramento is the betting favorite with the line remaining unchanged at 0.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mavericks -120 | Kings +100
• Spread: Mavericks 0 (-110) | Kings 0 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 228.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Sacramento will win straight-up is 50%.

Dallas vs Sacramento Stats

Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks dominated the Sacramento Kings in their recent game, winning 132-96. The Mavs excelled on both offense and defense, shooting over 55% from the field and over 56% from three-point range. Luka Doncic led the team with 28 points and 11 rebounds, while Kyrie Irving contributed 24 points. Dallas has covered the spread in nine of their last 10 games, including the last three. With a power ranking of 9, the Mavericks are ranked 6th in offense and 20th in defense, averaging 118.78 points per game while allowing 116.58 points against them. Dallas is 43-29 this season, with Doncic leading the NBA in scoring and ranking third in assists per game. Irving has also been performing well, totaling 51 points and 13 assists in the last two games. Overall, the Mavericks have been strong offensively, shooting well both from the field and the three-point line. Defensively, they have room for improvement but have been solid in preventing opponents from scoring three-pointers.

Sacramento Kings Analysis

After suffering a tough 132-96 loss to the Mavericks, the Kings need to regroup and move on from their worst defeat of the season. De'Aaron Fox led the team with 18 points, Keegan Murry added 17 points, and Domantas Sabonis nearly had a triple-double with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and nine assists. Despite their recent struggles, Sacramento ranks ninth in the league in points per game. Fox is ninth in the NBA in scoring but had a quiet game in the last matchup against the Mavs. Sabonis leads the league in rebounding but has struggled offensively in the past few games. Malik Monk, a Sixth Man of the Year candidate, has also had difficulties finding his shot. The Kings have a 21-14 home record this season and are ranked 12th in the power rankings, with a strong offense but a weaker defense. Sacramento allows a high percentage of field goals and free throws, but excels in offensive assists and limiting turnovers. It will be important for the Kings to bounce back from their recent loss and focus on improving their defensive performance moving forward.

Mavericks Poised for Sixth Consecutive Victory Against Kings after Dominant Previous Matchup

In their previous matchup, the Mavericks secured a decisive victory against the Kings, resulting in Sacramento's most significant loss of the season. Dallas is currently on a winning streak, triumphing in their last five games and nine out of their last 10 matchups. Conversely, the Kings have won six of their last 10 games, with a two-game winning streak halted by their recent defeat. Key players such as Fox and Sabonis have encountered challenges, affecting the team's performance. It is anticipated that the Mavericks will continue to excel, particularly on the defensive front. While a blowout victory is unlikely, the team is poised to secure their sixth consecutive win by defeating the Kings.

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