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The Brooklyn Nets will commence their four-game road trip by facing the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday (7th December, 2021) at the American Airlines Center.
The Brooklyn Nets currently have a record of (16-7) and they faced a bitter loss in the last game against the Chicago Bulls. The Nets lost 107-111 against the Bulls. In the game against Bulls, Kevin Durant scored a team-high 28 points but with no impact as his Nets teammates struggled throughout the night and couldn’t secure the win.
The Nets are currently struggling for consistency and have just won two of their last four games.
Brooklyn’s present lineup continues to be dependent on Kevin Durant. Without Kyrie Irving and James Harden still not being able to find his rhythm, the Brooklyn Nets have faced massive difficulties against elite teams. Moreover, the absence of Joe Harris is beginning to make a significant impact on Brooklyn’s results.
On the other hand, the Dallas Mavericks are not in good shape either. The Mavericks currently have the record of (11-11) and they are coming into this game off consecutive losses. In their last match, the Mavericks faced the Memphis Grizzlies. Subsequently, the Mavericks lost 90-97 to the Memphis Grizzlies.
Mavericks’ Tim Hardaway Jr. scored a team-high 29 points, which was not enough to secure the win as Dallas failed to manage in the absence of Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis.
The Dallas Mavericks are (1-4) in their last five games. In the last four games, Mavericks lost against Washington Wizards, Cleveland Cavaliers, New Orleans Pelicans, and Memphis Grizzlies. Dallas could only win against the Pelicans.
It is of utmost importance that the superstar duo of Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis plays against the Brooklyn Nets. Mavericks will face a lot of trouble if this duo cannot play. Dallas is winless this season without Doncic and 3-4 without Porzingis.
Fixture: Brooklyn Nets vs Dallas Mavericks | 2021-22 NBA season.
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 7th; 7:30 PM ET (Wednesday, December 8th; 6:00 AM IST).
Venue: American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas.
Judging by the current gameplay, it can be easily said that the Brooklyn Nets are relying heavily on Kevin Durant. Nets’ coach Steve Nash has accepted on record that he doesn’t know how the Nets can win games without Kevin Durant playing heavy minutes.
At this stage of the season, it is important for Kevin Durant to take adequate rest so that KD doesn’t burn out when the playoffs arrive. Moreover, it will be a huge blow for the Nets if Durant gets injured.
With literally no support from his teammates, Durant is NBA’s leading scorer, while playing 36 minutes per game, just two seasons after a major injury. Needless to say, the Nets’ remaining roster needs to level up, especially James Harden.
In the Nets’ seven losses, Harden has averaged 16.1 points, 8.6 assists, and 7.7 rebounds. In these seven defeats, Harden has shot a terrible 33.7% FG and 31.3% from downtown.
So, in simple words, if the Brooklyn Nets want to win the NBA championship, the team needs to step up and support their superstars.
G – James Harden | G – Patty Mills | F – De’Andre Bembry | F – Kevin Durant | C – LaMarcus Aldridge.
BENCH: Kirk Edwards, Day’Ron Sharpe, David Duke Jr., Blake Griffin, Bruce Brown, Jevon Carter, Cam Thomas, James Johnson.
In this game, the Brooklyn Nets will be without Kyrie Irving and Joe Harris. Kyrie Irving still stands unvaccinated for COVID-19 so he is ineligible to play. Meanwhile, Joe Harris is recovering from an ankle injury.
| Player Name | Status | Reason |
| Joe Harris | Out | Ankle surgery |
| Kyrie Irving | Out | Unvaccinated |
The Dallas Mavericks have won just once in their last five games. The major reason for their losses is multiple injuries. However, Dallas is lacking effort at both ends of the court. Both offense and defense of the Mavericks are not working out as they have been outrebounded 197-152 and outscored 210-152, in the recent losses.
Even with Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis, Mavericks will find it tough to win games as they are lacking effort. Dallas’ failure to execute offensive sets has also affected their rhythm. The Mavericks need to focus and play responsibly if they want to improve their current record.
G – Luka Doncic | G – Reggie Bullock | F – Dorian Finney-Smith | F – Kristaps Porzingis | C – Dwight Powell.
BENCH: Moses Brown, Jalen Brunson, Trey Burke, Willie Cauley-Stein, Boban Marjanovic, JaqQuori McLaughlin, Frank Ntilikina, Eugene Omoruyi, Tim Hardaway Jr., Tyrell Terry.
Dallas Mavericks have listed Luka Doncic and Tim Hardaway Jr. as questionable for this match. Meanwhile, Kristaps Porzingis’ status is probable. Also, Willey Cauley-Stein is out for the match.
| Player Name | Status | Reason |
| Luka Doncic | Questionable | Ankle soreness |
| Tim Hardaway Jr. | Questionable | Knee contusion |
| Kristaps Porzingis | Probable | Knee contusion |
| Willey Cauley-Stein | Out | Personal |
According to odds from Betway, Brooklyn Nets are favored to beat the Dallas Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks has to work hard in order to secure the win against the Brooklyn Nets. To put up a good fight, it is important for Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis to play. If the Dallas duo plays, the match between the Nets and Mavericks should be a close encounter.
Meanwhile, the Brooklyn Nets are hard to beat as they are a superb perimeter defensive team. The offensive power of the Nets is also huge as they have KD and Harden. Moreover, Nets have several role players whose efforts might be just enough to give Nets an edge.
Overall, it can be said that in the NBA match of Brooklyn Nets vs Dallas Mavericks, the Nets are at an advantage to get past the Mavericks at the American Airlines Center.
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