Memphis Grizzlies (40-26) at Dallas Mavericks (34-34)
The Grizzlies are without Ja Morant but have managed to win their last 2 games, including a 4 pt win over the Mavs on Sunday. Desmond Bane was the key with 25 pts but David Roddy was impressive as he exploded for 24 pts. Ja Morant will again miss this clash along with Steven Adams. So Tyus Jones will continue to get the start at PG and Tillman is starting in place of Adams. While they have won 7 on the trot at home, winning away from Memphis has been a struggle with a 1-9 record in their last 10. So that will need to improve against the injury-riddled Mavs.
The Mavs will be hoping to end a 2 game-losing streak but they'll have to do it without Doncic. He's been out with a thigh injury since last week and they're always going to struggle without him. To make matters worse, Irving has a foot issue and missed their last game against Memphis. However, that did give opportunities to their bench rotation as Hardy scored 22 pts in a spot start at SG. If Irving can't suit up, then they'll need similar performances from their lesser likes.
A lot will depend on the Irving injury situation. If he plays, the Mavs should win this as they struggle without Doncic/Irving on the court. Dallas also holds a 4-1 home record against the Grizz and Memphis are just 1-11 in their last 12 away from home.
Stadium Record
Dallas are 5-5 in their last 10 at home. Memphis is just 1-4 at this venue in their last 5.
Head to Head Record
The Grizzlies beat the Mavs a few days ago 112-108 but the Mavs are 7-3 in the last 10 since 2020.
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Phoenix Suns (37-30) at Golden State Warriors (35-33)
The Suns are looking to bounce back after losing to the Kings on Sunday 128-119. They should be confident on the road considering they've won 3 straight and 8 of their last 10 away from Phoenix. It doesn't help that Durant is now out for a few weeks with an ankle injury. But Booker's shooting form has continued without him. He's coming off scoring 30+ pts in 4 of his last 5 outings.
The Warriors beat the Bucks on Sunday by 9 pts in OT and they got back on track after losing 3 straight. They've now won 7 straight on their home court and will go into this contest as favourites. Curry comes off scoring 36 pts against the Bucks and has looked good since returning from injury. They're still without Wiggins due to personal reasons and Green/Kuminga are both questionable for this clash.
The Over has hit in all 3 meetings this season as both sides are capable of putting up big numbers. With Booker and Curry in good shooting form, the high-scoring trend should continue on Tuesday.
Stadium Record
Golden State have won 7 straight games on their home court. Phoenix is 1-4 ATS in their last 5 at this venue.
Head to Head Record
The Suns have won 7 of the last 10 meetings since early 2021.
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Milwaukee Bucks (48-19) at Sacramento Kings (40-26)
The Bucks had their 3-game winning streak snapped against the Warriors on Sunday and they missed the presence of Giannis. He has a hand injury at the moment so he'll be questionable to play against the Kings. If he can't play, the likes of Bobby Portis will be important. Portis is coming off 3 straight double-doubles and 13 boards in 2 straight games.
The Kings come off a statement win over the Suns on Sunday and this will be another test of their form at the moment. They're now on a 3-game winning streak and with a 40-26 record, their playoff drought should finally end this season. It was a team effort against the Suns as no player scored over 20 pts. While they don't have a great record against the Bucks, this team is in much better form at the moment.
After missing their few games, Giannis is probably doubtful to play in this road game as well. That should give the Kings a perfect chance to finally beat the Bucks. They've won 5 of their last 6 at home and come off a huge win over the Suns as well.
Stadium Record
Sacramento hold a 4-1 record in their last 5 home games. Milwaukee has won their last 5 in Sacramento.
Head to Head Record
The Bucks are a perfect 10-0 against the Kings since 2017.
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