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The Oklahoma City Thunder (18-5) are surging with a three-game winning streak, while the Dallas Mavericks (16-8) are riding an impressive seven-game run of their own heading into Tuesday night's clash. Both teams have been lighting up the scoreboard this season, with the Mavericks averaging a blistering 119.1 points and the Thunder not far behind at 115.7 points per game.
Over their last 10 games, the Thunder's offense has been clicking, averaging 116.5 points while locking down defensively and holding opponents to just 105.9 points. Their balanced attack is spearheaded by a 44.1 percent field goal percentage and a respectable 34.3 percent from beyond the arc. On the glass, they've snatched nearly 45 rebounds per contest during this stretch.
Meanwhile, the Mavericks have been on an absolute tear, winning 9 of their last 10 games. Their offense has been unstoppable, pouring in a scorching 125.7 points per game while shooting a blistering 50.1 percent from the field and an eye-popping 42.4 percent from three-point range. They've also dominated the boards, grabbing 48.5 rebounds a night, and dished out 26.5 assists per contest.
In their recent five-game stretch, the Mavericks have elevated their game even further, going a perfect 5-0 while averaging 125.2 points and knocking down an incredible 43.9 percent of their three-point attempts. However, they'll need to tighten up their defense, having allowed 112 points per game during this hot streak.
With both offenses firing on all cylinders, this matchup promises an electrifying, high-scoring affair. The Thunder's stingy defense could give them the edge, but the Mavericks' recent unstoppable form makes this a must-watch clash between two of the league's hottest teams.