NBA Mavericks at Knicks preview
We could say that Mavericks it’s the wave. It is not Dirk Nowitzki #1 player, but Josh Howard is.
He’s coming off a career-best 47 points, and he’s scored 19 or more in six consecutive games, averaging 26.3 points. Eddy Curry is shooting more than 57 % for the Knicks, and he and Zach Randolph are supposed to be anchoring a strong frontcourt. But they have had trouble making up for inconsistent guards.
Mavericks defense is not as good as it was in last season.It has surrendered 119.5 points on average in the last two games, but if ever there was a chance to get well, it’s against the Knicks. Jamal Crawford and Stephon Marbury may be the most erratic backcourt in the league.
Injuries Mavericks: Eddie Jones (right leg) is out.
Knicks: Jerome James (knee) is out
Obs.: Stephon Marbury could not play at his 100% basketball because he may be affected about his father death.
Tip: Line is set now to +8.0 for NY Knicks, but I expect to be higher. So if it rises to +8.5 or +9.0 take it.