Mavericks vs Suns: Preview, Odds, and Key Matchups for Saturday’s NBA Clash

The Dallas Mavericks and the Phoenix Suns are set to face off in an exciting NBA matchup on Saturday, October 26, 2024. The game, scheduled to tip off at 10:00 PM ET, will be broadcast on KFAA and KTVK for local viewers.

The Mavericks come into this game fresh from a season-opening win against the San Antonio Spurs, where they secured a 120-109 victory. Newly-acquired guard Klay Thompson made a significant impact in his Mavericks debut, setting a franchise record for three-pointers made with six out of ten attempts. Luka Doncic also had a strong performance, scoring 28 points.

The Phoenix Suns, on the other hand, have split their first two games of the season. They won their season opener against the Los Angeles Clippers in overtime but lost their second game to the Los Angeles Lakers by seven points. The Suns will be playing on the back end of a back-to-back, which could affect their performance against the well-rested Mavericks.

In terms of injuries, the Mavericks will be without Dante Exum due to a wrist injury. For the Suns, Grayson Allen and Josh Okogie are listed as questionable due to personal reasons and a hamstring issue, respectively.

Betting odds favor the Mavericks, with Dallas listed as 2.5-point road favorites. The Mavericks have a strong recent record against the Suns, winning two out of three regular season games last season and covering in both victories.

The matchup promises to be intense, particularly with the showdown between Luka Doncic and Devin Booker. Doncic has a history of performing well against the Suns, averaging 41.7 points and six three-pointers in their last three meetings).