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The Dallas Mavericks hit the road to take on the struggling Sacramento Kings, looking to extend their impressive recent form. Dallas has been on a tear, winning 15 of their last 20 games and sporting a robust 75% win rate over that stretch. Their potent offense has been firing on all cylinders, averaging a blistering 119.7 points while shooting a shade above 48% from the field and nearly 40% from downtown.
On the other hand, the Kings have been mired in a prolonged slump, dropping 14 of their last 20 contests. Their offense has sputtered, mustering just 114 points per game on 46.8% shooting from the field. Sacramento's defensive woes have compounded their struggles, surrendering 115.2 points per night as they've stumbled to a dismal 30% win rate during this stretch.
The recent form for both squads has been a stark contrast. Over their last five games, the Mavericks have gone 3-2 while averaging 112.8 points and locking down opponents to just 105 points on a stingy 46.5% shooting. Conversely, the Kings have dropped all five of their most recent outings, getting outscored 116.8 to 105.8 while struggling mightily on both ends, shooting under 45% and allowing opponents to scorch the nets at nearly 50% from the field.
If Sacramento hopes to snap their six-game skid, they'll need to find a way to slow Dallas' high-powered attack and rediscover their offensive rhythm. The Mavericks have been firing on all cylinders lately, while the Kings have looked completely out of sync. Based on their recent trajectories, Dallas appears poised to extend their hot streak against the reeling Kings.