The Dallas Mavericks (21-16) play at home against Deni Avdija and the Portland Trail Blazers (13-23) at American Airlines Center on Thursday,. The tip is at 8:30 PM ET.The Mavericks are

The Portland Trail Blazers head to the American Airlines Center to face the Dallas Mavericks in a Western Conference matchup. The Blazers are 13-23, which puts them in 13th place. The Mavs are 21-16, which puts them in fifth place.

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The Pelicans are playing to an average total of 224.3 ppg on the year, with the Trail Blazers averaging a total of 224.9 ppg. The Under is 5-2 in the last seven meetings between these teams. Find more NBA betting trends for Trail Blazers vs. Pelicans.

Jim Harbaugh's defense appears to have an ideal set of answers for C.J. Stroud. The Ravens' much-improved pass defense can smother the Steelers' main path to scoring points. And you will not believe how often the Bucs blitz on late downs.

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What: Portland tries to steal a win on the road against a formidable (though injured) foe When: Tuesday, January 9 at 5:30pm Pacific Where: American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX Why it Matters: The Blazers try to make it two in a row after a big win against the Pelicans SBN Affiliate: Mavs Moneyball How to Watch: Via antenna or cable,