The Dallas Mavericks are looking to improve to 4-1 at home Friday night. Right now Dallas is averaging 116 points per game (9th) while allowing 109 points per game (7th). The defense of Dallas has stepped it up this season and Toronto is coming off a 43 pt win over the Spurs who played no defense on Wednesday.
Leading the NBA in scoring is Luka Doncic, averaging 36.1 points per game. Doncic is leading the Mavericks in rebounds (8.9), assists (9), and steals per game (1.7). He's making 52% of his shots and new Center Christian Wood who is making 59% of his shots from the field for 17.3 points per game and playing great ball. Look for Dallas to come out strong here on Friday night and get the win and cover on their home court as they have the size to match Toronto in the paint.