Third Quarter Update: Suns Surge Ahead of Mavericks in a Close Contest
After trailing by ten points at halftime, the Phoenix Suns have managed a remarkable comeback against the Dallas Mavericks, seizing a slim lead of 92-91. This thrilling match-up is now echoing the intensity of their last face-off, which was decided by a mere four points.
Should the Suns maintain their current momentum, their record is set to improve to 15-14. Conversely, the Mavericks need to up their game swiftly to avoid dropping to a 17-13 record.
Match-up Details:
- Teams: Dallas Mavericks @ Phoenix Suns
- Current Records: Dallas 17-12, Phoenix 14-14
Viewing Information:
- Date: Monday, December 25, 2023
- Time: 10:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Footprint Center, Phoenix, Arizona
- Television: ESPN
- Online Streaming: fuboTV (Free trial available; regional restrictions may apply)
- Follow on: CBS Sports App
- Ticket Cost: Starting at $105.00
Game Preview: The Suns are returning home after two road games to host the Mavericks at Footprint Center. Their recent road game against the Kings ended in a 120-105 defeat, marking their fourth consecutive loss against Sacramento. The Suns’ cohesion seemed off, as they managed only 19 assists, significantly fewer than the Kings’ 32.
Meanwhile, the Mavericks are coming off a morale-boosting 144-119 win over San Antonio, snapping their three-game losing streak. This victory has elevated their scoring average to 119 points per game. Luka Doncic was a standout, achieving a triple-double with 39 points, 12 rebounds, and ten assists.
Key Points:
- Phoenix’s recent road struggles have brought their record to an even 14-14.
- Dallas’ latest win has improved their record to 17-12.
- The Suns are favored to win by 4.5 points, despite their recent streak of not covering the spread in such scenarios.
- The over/under for the game is set at 237 points.
Series History: Over the last ten encounters between these two teams, Dallas has won six times. Their most recent meeting on March 5, 2023, resulted in a narrow 130-126 victory for Phoenix.
As the final quarter approaches, it remains to be seen whether the Suns can hold onto their lead or if the Mavericks will turn the tide in their favor. Stay tuned for what promises to be an enthralling conclusion to this matchup.
