Washington Wizards at Mavericks
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7:30 p.m., Saturday. TV: FSSW. Radio: KESN-FM (103.3), KZMP-AM (1540 in Spanish)
Storyline to watch
The Wizards lost to the Pelicans 107-105 Friday in New Orleans, but coach Rick Carlisle said that "is basically meaningless because after we beat them [in Washington on Sunday], they went down and [dominated Miami]. It was one of the most impressive bounce-back wins I've seen from any team all year long."
Matchup to watch
Marcin Gortat did not play in the Mavericks' win at Washington. He's back and gives the Wizards an inside presence they lacked in the first meeting. He's averaging 12 points and 8.7 rebounds and will be another challenge for double-double machine Zaza Pachulia.
Scouting the Wizards
They are 9-12 overall and have been better on the road (5-5) than at home (4-7). ... The backcourt remains among the youngest and most explosive in the league, with John Wall and Bradley Beal combining to average 39.4 points, 11.4 assists and 8.3 rebounds per game.
Scouting the Mavericks
They have won 11 consecutive games against the Wizards, their longest current winning streak against any team. ... Since going 10 for 17 from 3-point range against the Wizards on Sunday, Wesley Matthews has gone 4 for 14 from beyond the arc in two games. ... They have outrebounded three consecutive opponents, the first time that's happened all season.
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