Preview: Wizards Host Mavericks Saturday Night
The Dallas Mavericks aim to avoid a disastrous second loss to the Washington Wizards as the season begins. The Wizards will host the Mavericks and the reigning number one overall pick, Cooper Flagg, on Saturday night.
Game Details
- Where: Capital One Arena, Washington DC
- How to Watch: Monumental Sports Network
- Context: This game is the second night of a back-to-back for the Wizards, who played the Cleveland Cavaliers the previous night.
Injuries and Player Status
- Wizards: Kyshawn George and Bilal Coulibaly missed the game against the Cavaliers on Friday.
- Mavericks: Dante Exum (knee) and Anthony Davis (calf) were out for the Friday game against the Memphis Grizzlies.
- Dereck Lively (knee) and Kyrie Irving (knee) are both unavailable for the Mavericks in the game against the Wizards.
"The Mavericks are hoping to avoid a catastrophic second loss to the Wizards to start the season."
The matchup highlights the early season challenges both teams face with key players sidelined.
Author's summary: The Mavericks seek redemption against the Wizards Saturday night amid multiple player absences impacting both teams early in the NBA season.
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