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The Dallas Mavericks face a quick turnaround following their recent 132-125 defeat against the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday. They're set to host the Sacramento Kings at the American Airlines Center on Sunday (Nov.19) as part of their back-to-back schedule.
This season, the Mavericks have emerged as one of the strongest teams in the Western Conference, with just four losses in their 13 games played. They currently stand third in the standings, trailing behind the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Denver Nuggets.
Their upcoming opponents, the Kings, are also on an impressive winning streak, securing victory in their last five games to maintain a 7-4 record. Notably, two of these wins came as part of the ongoing 2023-24 NBA In-Season Tournament. The Kings, led by their star players De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis, are in solid form, promising an intense matchup against the Mavericks in Dallas.
The Kings enter Sunday's game with confidence, relying heavily on their effective 3-point shooting. Defensively, they currently rank 18th in points allowed in the league, but their perimeter defense stands at 24th place as of now. This could pose challenges against a team featuring Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.
In the Mavericks' strategy, Irving and Doncic remain pivotal figures expected to carry a significant offensive load. Despite the duo's impressive combined 74-point performance against the Bucks, they fell short against Giannis Antetokounmpo's 40-point showcase.
The Mavericks' starting lineup remains unchanged, featuring Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic, Grant Williams, Derrick Jones Jr., and Dereck Lively II.
The Kings, despite Kevin Huerter's questionable status due to a finger injury, are likely to maintain their lineup. Huerter, if available, will share guard duties with De'Aaron Fox, while Keegan Murray, Harrison Barnes, and Domantas Sabonis will complete the rest of the starting lineup.
The Kings have maintained a solid performance this season, resembling their previous year's form. Their offensive prowess stands out, and heading into Sunday's game with ample rest, they hold a notable advantage.
Dallas aims to rely on Irving and Doncic to deliver another impressive performance against Sacramento. However, considering the Kings' advantageous rest period, the expectation leans towards their favor in this matchup.
