Preview: Wizards Host Flopping Mavericks Saturday Night
The Dallas Mavericks aim to avoid a second damaging loss to the Washington Wizards as they face off Saturday night. The Wizards are hosting the Mavericks along with the reigning No. 1 overall pick, Cooper Flagg. This game follows a back-to-back schedule, with the Wizards having played against the Cleveland Cavaliers the night before.
Game Details
- Where: Capital One Arena, Washington DC
- How to Watch: Monumental Sports Network
Washington Wizards Injury Updates
- Kyshawn George and Bilal Coulibaly were unavailable for the Wizards' game against the Cavaliers on Friday.
Dallas Mavericks Injury Updates
- Dante Exum (knee) and Anthony Davis (calf) were out for Dallas’ game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday.
- Dereck Lively (knee) and Kyrie Irving (knee) will miss the Mavericks’ game against the Wizards.
"The Mavericks are hoping to avoid a catastrophic second loss to the Wizards to start the season."
Saturday night's match will test both teams as they seek early-season momentum.
Author's summary: This early-season matchup highlights injury challenges for both teams, with the Mavericks aiming to bounce back and the Wizards managing their lineup after back-to-back games.
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