The Toronto Raptors, currently 35-27 and fifth in the Eastern Conference, face the Dallas Mavericks in a matchup between two struggling teams. Toronto has lost four of its last five games and is on a four-game home losing streak, posting the worst home record among top-eight seeds at 16-16. Dallas is significantly worse, losing six consecutive games and dropping 16 of their last 18, with a dismal 7-22 away record. First overall pick Cooper Flagg is questionable for the Mavericks after returning from a foot sprain. Scottie Barnes led the Raptors in their previous meeting, while Brandon Ingram is questionable with illness. The Mavericks won their last matchup 139-129 nearly five months ago.
"The Raptors have been slumping as of late, especially at home. The Dinos have lost four of their last five games, while also riding a four-game home losing skid. In fact, their 16-16 home record is the worst among teams currently with a top-eight seed."
"They'll welcome a Mavericks team slumping much worse, however, as the team is in the midst of a six-game losing streak while also having dropped 16 of their last 18. Dallas also owns one of the worst away records in the association at 7-22."
"Despite losing in the last matchup, forward Scottie Barnes was magnificent. The two-time all-star posted a double-double to the tune of an efficient 33 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists, leading the team in all three categories."
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