Match Preview: Dallas Mavericks vs Utah Jazz
The Utah Jazz will lock horns with the Dallas Mavericks in a highly-anticipated clash at the American Airlines Center on Monday, March 7th. The regular season NBA clash between these two Western Conference giants is scheduled to take place at 8:30 PM ET (Tuesday, March 8th at 7:00 AM IST).
Both these teams are in the hat for the playoffs this season. The Jazz are currently in fourth place in the West with the Mavericks one spot below them in fifth.
Current record of both teams
The Utah Jazz recorded an impressive116-103 win against the Oklahoma City Thunder in their last game this season. The victory saw them improve to 40-23 on the season. On the other hand, the Dallas Mavericks have been in tremendous form of late. With their close 114-113 victory against the Sacramento Kings, the Mavericks are now 39-25 on the season and Jason Kidd’s side are now on a four-game win streak.
Injury Report
For the Utah Jazz, Juancho Hernangomez and Mike Conley are questionable.
For the Dallas Mavericks, Tim Hardaway Jr, Theo Pinson and Marquese Chriss are questionable. Maxi Kleber and Jalen Brunson are also questionable for the game on Monday. Talisman Luka Doncic is also listed as probable.
Players To Watch Out For
Utah Jazz – Rudy Gobert: The big man has been key for the Jazz once again this season. Along with Donavan Mitchell, Gobert plays a massive role for the team when they are in transition. He could play a big part in defending for the Jazz against the in-form Mavericks.
Dallas Mavericks – Spencer Dinwiddie: With Luka Doncic still risking an injury, Dinwiddie is tipped to rise up to the plate for the Mavs. Since joining the team, he has been instrumental and racked up 36 points in the win against the Kings.
Match Prediction and Telecast Details
The Dallas Mavericks have been in great form recently. However, with Donavan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert now fit and firing for the Jazz, our prediction is a win for the visitors.
There will be no live telecast of the game in India. However, NBA fans can live stream the game via NBA LEAGUE PASS.
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