The Dallas Mavericks (24-22) face plenty of questions in January, and hope to find some answers Friday night when they host the Miami Heat (25-21) at the American Airlines Center. Luka Doncic and co. followed a December win streak by going 4-6 in their last 10 games. It hasn’t turned to complete free fall, but a worrisome stretch before heading into all-star break.
The Heat find themselves at sixth in the Eastern Conference, fighting off the dreaded play-in tournament. They are however playing well of late, winners of 7 of their last 10 games which includes victories over the Milwaukee Bucks (twice, both without Giannis) and the New Orleans Pelicans.