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NBA: Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors Prediction & Match Preview

The Golden State Warriors will face the Dallas Mavericks in a matchup between two Western Conference teams with postseason aspirations. The Warriors are the fifth seed in the highly competitive Western Conference, with a record of 35 wins and 25 losses. The Dallas Mavericks will travel to California to face them.

The Mavericks will rely on Luka Doni to get the job done, even more so now that Kristaps Porziis has been traded to the Washington Wizards. With playoff aspirations, the Mavericks will be eager to secure home-court advantage, which means closing a three-game deficit to the Utah Jazz.

The Golden State Warriors, meanwhile, are attempting to reclaim the Western Conference lead from the Phoenix Suns. With a season record of 43 wins and 17 losses, they are now six games behind the Suns. The Warriors have won six of their last ten games, and they’ll need Steph Curry to reclaim his early-season form if they are to win the Western Conference and enjoy a home-court advantage in the playoffs.

Dallas Mavericks Preview

Despite their championship aspirations, the Dallas Mavericks are seeded fifth in the Western Conference. The Mavericks, led by Luka Doni, will be trying to make a deep postseason run this year and possibly go all the way.

Jalen Brunson, Reggie Bullock, and Tim Hardaway Jr. have all made significant contributions to the Dallas Mavericks this season, and they will be expected to supplement their superstar to the best of their abilities if the team is to go far in the playoffs.

The Mavericks’ offence has suffered this season, with offensive ratings of 16th in the league, while their defence has held up well, with defensive ratings of 5th. The Dallas-based team has been beset by injuries this season, and they have battled to establish themselves at times.

Dallas Mavericks Predicted Lineup

Point Guard: Luka Dončić; Shooting Guard: Jalen Brunson; Small Forward: Dorian Finney-Smith; Power Forward: Reggie Bullock; Center: Dwight Powell

Golden State Warriors Preview

The Golden State Warriors are back and contending for the championship this season after a rough season last year. Klay Thompson’s comeback is a welcome boost for a club that reached the NBA Finals five times in a row from 2015 to 2019. They have been the standout club in the Western Conference, along with the Phoenix Suns, for the majority of the season.

The Warriors have excelled this season not only with their marquee players, but also with their rotation guys like Jordan Poole, Damian Lee, and Gary Payton II. These players have stood up when called upon, greatly benefiting the club.

Golden State Warriors Predicted Lineup

Point Guard: Steph Curry; Shooting Guard: Gary Payton II; Small Forward: Andrew Wiggins; Power Forward: Klay Thompson; Center: Kevon Looney.

Mavericks vs Warriors Match Prediction

Both clubs have won six of their past ten games, so there should be no shortage of confidence going into this encounter. However, with Porziis out and the Warriors nearing full strength, Steph Curry and company will be the favourites heading into this game.