The Dallas Mavericks aim to avoid a second damaging loss to the Washington Wizards early in the season. The Wizards will host the Mavericks and the reigning No. 1 overall pick, Cooper Flagg, on Saturday night.
This game is the second of a back-to-back for the Wizards, who played the Cleveland Cavaliers the previous night.
"The Mavericks are hoping to avoid a catastrophic second loss to the Wizards to start the season."
Author's summary: The Mavericks face a tough challenge in Washington as injuries and recent losses threaten their early-season momentum.