Prediction for Mavericks vs Rockets: Green Leads Team to Challenge the Trio, Mavericks Strive for Consecutive Wins at Home

On November 1st at 8:30 AM, the NBA regular season continues with the Dallas Mavericks hosting the Houston Rockets.

The Mavericks acquired Clay and Marshall during the off-season, and the team has had a strong start, currently standing at 3-1 and ranked 4th in the Western Conference. They have defeated the Spurs, Jazz, and Timberwolves, losing only to the Suns. The Mavericks average 113 points per game, ranking 7th in the West, and allow 109.8 points per game, ranking 6th in the West, showcasing a balanced offense and defense.

With Clay’s arrival, Luka Dončić’s scoring pressure has been alleviated. He averages 26.8 points, 9.2 assists, and 7 rebounds, a noticeable decline from last season, but he still steps up when needed. Kyrie Irving averages 23.8 points and 5.3 assists, with a three-point shooting percentage of 53.8%. Clay averages 16.5 points and 3.5 rebounds, shooting 45.1% from the field and 42.5% from beyond the arc, fitting well with the team. Additionally, Washington, Gafford, and Reeves all average over 9.5 points per game, along with Dinwiddie, Hardy, and Marshall, making the current Mavericks a deep and talented squad.

In their last game against the Timberwolves, Irving erupted with six three-pointers, scoring a season-high 35 points. Dončić shot 10-for-27, scoring 24 points with 8 rebounds and 8 assists, while Clay struggled, hitting just 2-of-7 for 7 points, his lowest score since joining the Mavericks. He hopes to bounce back in this game. The Mavericks’ roster is relatively intact, with only Maxi Kleber and Exum unable to play.

The Rockets started the season 2-2, temporarily ranked 6th in the West, defeating the Spurs and Grizzlies but losing to the Hornets and Spurs. Their performance has been inconsistent, without any consecutive wins or losses. The Rockets average 111.3 points per game, ranking 10th in the West, and allow only 107 points per game, ranking 3rd in the West, demonstrating strong defensive capabilities under Udoka’s guidance.

Jalen Green averages 28.8 points and 3.8 rebounds, a significant improvement from last season, and is gradually becoming the team’s core. Fred VanVleet averages 14.8 points and 6.3 assists, while Alperen Şengün posts a double-double with 14.8 points and 12.5 rebounds. Jalen Smith and Dillon Brooks also average double-digit points, along with Amen Thompson, Whitmore, Ethan, and Landale, giving the Rockets a deep bench. The Rockets’ roster is also intact, with only Adams questionable, and the rest available to play.

In their last 10 meetings, the Mavericks have won 8, and in the last 20, they have won 13, indicating a clear advantage. However, the Rockets have shown significant improvement this season, making this game quite intriguing.

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