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Dallas Mavericks (20-25) vs Milwaukee Bucks (33-12), Fiserv Forum
The Milwaukee Bucks will host the Dallas Mavericks on Monday at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
The Bucks are coming off a victory against the Orlando Magic, whereas the Mavs have had a string of loses, falling to Pacers in their last game.
Let us see how things stand for both teams tonight ahead of the clash.
The Dallas Mavericks' perspective
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The Mavs have been in a slump lately, losing three games in a row. They need to win a few games back to back from here on to lift their spirits and get back to contention this season.
The game against the Pacers saw Luka Doncic score just 8 points on the night with 3 of 14 from the field. He missed all the three-pointers he attempted and got ejected in the third quarter. Mavs are already short of scorers, and Luka needs to produce better numbers. He will be an essential factor tonight as he is in all their games.
Jalen Brunson was the only shining light for the Mavs as he scored 12 points coming off the bench against Indiana. He will be another important player for them with Dennis Smith Jr. sidelined.
The test, however, will be tough today for the Mavs as they stand against the mighty Milwaukee Bucks who are leaders of the East.
The Milwaukee Bucks perspective
Let's talk about the Bucks now. They are back home and will be looking to grab their fifth straight victory.
Everything is working well for the Bucks' team. Giannis Antetokounmpo is producing MVP numbers every night and is well assisted by Khris Middleton. Also, Brook Lopez and Malcolm Brogdon have their unique role in the team and have been living above expectations.
Eric Bledsoe's numbers might not showcase his roles in the team, but he has been instrumental with his playmaking abilities. Also, he scored 30 points on the night against the Orlando Magic in their last game which is another great sign for the team.
The Bucks have an advantage coming into this game and will be aggressive from the word go.
How things might unfold
The Mavs are looking for a new start, but it won't be easy tonight. They are on the road and very low on confidence. Plus, they are facing a solid Bucks' side.
The Bucks, on the other hand, have nothing to lose. They are on a winning streak, ranked the number one team in the East at present, and play at their home court.
Prediction: Milwaukee Bucks to beat Dallas Mavericks
