Preview: Wizards Host Flopping Mavericks Saturday Night
The Washington Wizards will host the Dallas Mavericks and reigning No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg on Saturday night. The Mavericks are aiming to avoid a second early-season loss after their initial defeat.
Game Details
- When: Saturday night (second night of a back-to-back for the Wizards)
- Where: Capital One Arena, Washington, DC
- How to Watch: Monumental Sports Network
Team Updates
Washington Wizards
Kyshawn George and Bilal Coulibaly were unavailable on Friday for the Wizards’ game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Dallas Mavericks
- Dante Exum (knee) and Anthony Davis (calf) were out for Dallas’ game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday.
- Dereck Lively (knee) and Kyrie Irving (knee) are also sidelined for the game against the Wizards.
"The Mavericks are hoping to avoid a catastrophic second loss to the Wizards to start the season."
Saturday's matchup will test the Mavericks as they try to rebound on the road against a Wizards team coming off back-to-back games.
Author’s summary: The Wizards face the Mavericks in a critical early-season game as both teams manage key injuries and back-to-back schedules.