As the Denver Nuggets prepare to face off against the Dallas Mavericks, they aim to maintain their impressive home win streak. Currently, the Nuggets have secured four consecutive victories at home and hold a solid record in the Western Conference.
Matchup Overview
The Nuggets sit fourth in the Western Conference with a record of 44-28, while the Mavericks are struggling at 13th with a 23-49 record. This matchup is crucial for both teams, with Denver looking to solidify their playoff position and Dallas seeking to improve their standings.
Game Details
- Date: Wednesday
- Time: 10 p.m. EDT
- Location: Denver
Recent Performance
Denver boasts a 26-16 record in conference matchups. Surprisingly, they have struggled in tightly contested games, resulting in an 8-11 record in matches decided by fewer than four points. Conversely, the Mavericks have faced difficulties, particularly against Western Conference opponents, holding a disappointing 12-32 record.
Team Averages
- Nuggets: 120.8 points per game.
- Mavericks: 119.0 points allowed per game.
- Nuggets’ 3-Pointers Allowed: 13.4 per game, while Mavericks average only 10.8 made per game.
Previous Meetings
This will be the fourth encounter between these two teams this season. The Nuggets secured a victory in their last match on January 15, winning 118-109, with Jamal Murray scoring an impressive 33 points.
Top Performers
- Nuggets:
- Nikola Jokic: 25.0 points, 12.5 rebounds average over the last ten games.
- Tim Hardaway Jr.: 13.8 points, 2.6 rebounds per game.
- Mavericks:
- Naji Marshall: 15.3 points, 3.3 assists per game.
- Cooper Flagg: 20.0 points average over the last ten games.
Last Ten Games Breakdown
| Team | Record | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Field Goal % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuggets | 6-4 | 123.0 | 43.7 | 31.4 | 50.1% |
| Mavericks | 2-8 | 115.2 | 44.6 | 27.5 | 46.9% |
Injury Updates
- Nuggets:
- Peyton Watson: out (hamstring)
- Mavericks:
- Dereck Lively II: out for season (foot)
- Caleb Martin: out (foot)
- Kyrie Irving: out for season (knee)
- Daniel Gafford: day to day (shoulder)
- Brandon Williams: day to day (concussion protocol)
With both teams facing challenges, the upcoming game will be decisive for their playoff hopes. The Nuggets will look to extend their home win streak while the Mavericks aim for a much-needed victory.
