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NBA Daily Match Preview: Bucks visit Hornets, Mavericks host Spurs
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Milwaukee Bucks at Charlotte Hornets
The Milwaukee Bucks will travel to Charlotte to take on the Hornets on Thursday night. The Bucks are coming off a 112-100 win over the New York Knicks on Tuesday night, while the Hornets are coming off a 121-114 loss to the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night.
The Bucks are one of the best teams in the NBA, with a record of 41-17. They are led by two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is averaging 31.8 points, 12.2 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game.
The Hornets are a young team with a lot of potential, but they are still trying to find their way. They are currently 18-40, which is 14th in the Eastern Conference.
The Bucks are a heavy favorite in this game, but the Hornets have been playing well lately. They have won three of their last four games, and they are coming off a big win over the Pacers. The Bucks will need to be careful not to overlook the Hornets.
Dallas Mavericks at San Antonio Spurs
The Dallas Mavericks will host the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday night. The Mavericks are coming off a 112-98 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night, while the Spurs are coming off a 128-120 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.
The Mavericks are a young team with a lot of potential, but they have been inconsistent this season. They are currently 31-29, which is 6th in the Western Conference. They are led by Luka Doncic, who is averaging 33.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game.
The Spurs are a veteran team with a lot of experience, but they are also struggling this season. They are currently 14-44, which is last in the Western Conference. They are led by Dejounte Murray, who is averaging 20.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 9.2 assists per game.
The Mavericks are a small favorite in this game, but the Spurs have been playing well lately. They have won two of their last three games, and they are coming off a close loss to the Warriors. The Spurs will need to be careful not to overlook the Mavericks.