The Dallas Mavericks are currently fifth in the Western Conference, but they are a hot ten-game stretch from having home court in the first round. Second and sixth are separated by 3.5 games heading into Friday’s action.
The Mavs have a playoff spot all but secured. Luka Doncic continues to rise and play at an MVP level in his second season. They need to keep Kristaps Porzingis healthy. He is fresh off missing ten games with a knee injury. KP not being on the court is one of the biggest concerns for the Mavericks going forward.