Now, Dallas can still improve its roster. They can continue to solidify themselves as a true contender in the Western Conference, which is currently being dominated by the Oklahom

The NBA trade deadline is just a few weeks away, and the Dallas Mavericks must avoid making one certain move to salvage their future.

The Mavs are already up against the first salary cap apron for the 2024-25 season, which will complicate things as Nico Harrison and the front office look to make moves.

This game was originally supposed to be at 8:30 ET/7:30 CT, but due to inclement weather getting ready to hit the Dallas area, the NBA has moved the game up to 7:30 ET/6:30 CT. Temperatures will reach freezing levels throughout the weekend, but the rain and snow expected had the NBA worried about team and fan safety.

Having just played yesterday, the Portland Trail Blazers will head out on the road to face off against the Dallas Mavericks at 8:30 p.m. ET on Thursday at American Airlines Center. The two teams worked hard to overcome the odds in their previous battles and are surely both feeling confident heading into this clash.

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