When the Portland Trail Blazers visit the Dallas Mavericks at the Moda Center on Saturday night, they hope to win back-to-back games for the first time since November 17.
Dallas has defeated the Blazers six times in a row. Their most recent triumph took place in January 2023.
Dallas thrashed Portland 132-108 at home on Monday after defeating them 137-131 in Portland on December 1.
However, the Mavericks might be ready for a surprise. Superstar Luka Doncic will not be playing for them because he may be sidelined for at least a month due to a calf issue. He finished Monday’s game against the Blazers with 27 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists.
Additionally, Dallas defeated the Phoenix Suns (15-15) 98-89 on Friday night. When facing the Blazers, who have a lineup that is frequently active, the Mavericks may be worn out.
But even without Doncic, the Mavericks are a formidable team. When Doncic isn’t playing, Kyrie Irving often improves his performance. Doncic sits and Dallas is 6-2.
The Los Angeles Clippers (17–13) and Miami Heat (15–13) were the opponents in the two losses.
Forecast: The Blazers will play Dallas. Doncic is not there. It’s the second of a back-to-back for Dallas. On Saturday, let’s go with the Blazers.
Dallas Mavericks vs. Portland Trail Blazers
What: Saturday at 7 p.m., Trail Blazers (10-20) against. Mavericks (20-11).
Where: Moda Center.
Rip City Radio (KPOJ 620 AM) is the radio station.
Channel: KATU Charge Portland has an antenna of 2.2. Comcast: 1170 and 302. 688-1 is DirecTV. Dish: available on January 1.
Rip City TV Network is the way to watch. An HDTV antenna on your local ABC affiliate (Charge 2.2 in Portland) will allow you to watch this game live for free even if you don’t have cable. These antennas cost about $20 and are very simple to install. You may get one at your neighborhood Fred Meyer or Bi-Mart, or you can buy one online from Amazon or Walmart and have it delivered right to your house. Here are some guidelines for configuring an HDTV antenna on your TV or other display. Use the channel finder here to learn more about the channel that Rip City TV Network is available on in your area.
DraftKings/Oregon Lottery (ODDS)
Moneyline: DAL -205 | POR +170
Over/Under: 224.5 | Spread: POR +5
INJURIES
Blazers: Robert Williams III (right ankle strain), Tomani Camara (left foot sprain), and Dalano Banton (left hip contusion) are all dubious.Matisse Thybulle is out due to a sprained right ankle.
Mavericks: Dante Exum (right wrist injury) and Luka Doncic (left calf strain) are sidelined.Dereck Lively III missed Friday night’s game against the Phoenix Suns due to a left hip injury.
UPCOMING
Monday at 7 p.m., the Blazers take on the Philadelphia 76ers (11-17).
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