Suns Extend Win Streak to Six, Mavericks Bounce Back with Blowout Victory
Phoenix Suns Seek Seventh Straight Win; Mavericks Aim to Maintain Momentum After Big Win
On Friday evening, the Phoenix Suns (7-1, 2-6 ATS, 5-3 O/U) will face off against the Dallas Mavericks (5-3, 4-4 ATS, 3-5 O/U) in a highly anticipated NBA Western Conference showdown at the Footprint Center. Phoenix enters the game riding a six-game win streak, while the Mavericks are fresh off a dominant 119-99 victory against the Chicago Bulls. In their most recent matchup last month, the Suns secured a 114-102 home win over the Mavericks, and they will look to repeat that success as they continue their hot start to the season.
Phoenix Suns Riding High with Six Consecutive Wins
The Phoenix Suns have been one of the most impressive teams early in the 2024-2025 NBA season, boasting a 7-1 record and sitting near the top of the Western Conference standings. After a narrow 118-116 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers earlier this week, the Suns edged out the Miami Heat 115-112 on Wednesday, with Phoenix coming through as five-point favorites.
At the forefront of Phoenix’s success is their dynamic backcourt of Devin Booker and Kevin Durant. Booker, the Suns’ star shooting guard, has continued to play at a high level, averaging 24.4 points per game on 43% shooting from the field. He’s been especially consistent, scoring 28 points in three of his last five games. Durant has been equally impressive, averaging 27.8 PPG on 55% shooting, and he has scored 20 or more points in every game except one.
Despite their star power, Phoenix has experienced a mixed performance from Bradley Beal, who is averaging just 15.5 PPG while shooting under 45% in four of his five games this season. However, center Jusuf Nurkic has been a revelation, contributing defensively with 10.5 PPG and 10.6 RPG. The Suns’ defense has been their biggest strength, ranking 14th in the league by limiting opponents to an average of 111 points per game. Phoenix will look to extend its winning streak and capitalize on its strong defensive form against a Mavericks team that has struggled with consistency on that end.
Dallas Mavericks Look to Build on Blowout Win
The Dallas Mavericks, after a rocky start to their five-game homestand, will aim to continue their momentum from a dominant 119-99 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. Luka Dončić has been the driving force for Dallas, averaging 28.6 PPG, though his shooting efficiency has been below his usual standards at 40% from the field. Despite the shooting struggles, Dončić has been a consistent offensive force, including his 40-point outing in the Mavericks’ previous loss to the Suns.
Kyrie Irving has also provided steady production, posting an average of 23.3 PPG and shooting over 50% from the field in five of his last six games. Irving’s scoring will be crucial for Dallas as they look to bounce back from a loss to the Indiana Pacers earlier this week. Other contributors like Klay Thompson (14.5 PPG) and Daniel Gafford (11 PPG, 5.9 RPG) will need to step up, especially with the Mavericks’ offensive depth being somewhat thin behind Dončić and Irving.
While Dallas has shown strength offensively, ranking 16th in the league with 113.5 PPG, their defensive performance has been much improved, holding opponents to just 108.3 points per game, good for 5th in the league. The Mavericks will need to continue to play strong defense to contain Phoenix’s offensive firepower, especially with both Booker and Durant leading the Suns’ attack.
Conclusion
This matchup promises to be an exciting battle between two of the Western Conference’s most talented teams. The Phoenix Suns will look to continue their dominant stretch and extend their win streak to seven games, while the Dallas Mavericks are hungry to build on their big victory and assert themselves as a top contender in the West. Expect a thrilling, high-paced game with the Suns’ defensive prowess going up against the Mavericks’ offensive firepower.
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