Dallas Mavericks: Odds, how to watch, and more for game 18 at Suns

Dallas Mavericks Luka Doncic (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Dallas Mavericks Luka Doncic (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /
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The Dallas Mavericks head back out on the road to face the Phoenix Suns on Nov. 29. Here is a look at everything fans need to know about that contest.

The Dallas Mavericks are looking to bounce back from their first blowout loss on the season. The Clippers came to Dallas and proved why they are a title favorite on Tuesday evening.

Luka Doncic and company face the Phoenix Suns on Nov. 29. It is their first of four meetings this season. The Suns have lost five of their last six games after a hot start. They will be looking to get back on track too.

Here is a look at everything fans need to know to enjoy Friday’s game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Phoenix Suns.

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Start Time

Friday’s game inside the Talking Stick Resort Arena gets underway at 8:00 p.m. local time in Dallas or 9:00 p.m. ET.

How to watch

Fox Sports has fans in both local markets covered. In Dallas, they can watch on Fox Sports Southwest-Dallas. Phoenix viewers should tune in to Fox Sports Arizona.

Watch online

FuboTV is the prime outlet for streaming this game. They have NBA action covered all season long.

Local supporters can also check out Fox Sports Go. The rest will have to watch on NBA League Pass.

Odds

The Mavericks opened as a -1 favorite in Phoenix courtesy of the Action Network. That line has held steady thus far. The oddsmakers believe in the Mavs on the road.

Injury update

The NBA’s official injury report lists both Kristaps Porzingis (knee) and Dorian Finney-Smith (finger) as probable for the game.

The Suns will be without Deandre Ayton (suspension) and Ty Jerome (ankle) in the contest. Aron Baynes is listed as probable to return after missing the last five games.

Storyline to follow: Luka trys to end the losing streak in Phoenix

The Dallas Mavericks have lost the last four times they went to Phoenix including being swept in two games a season ago.

Luka Doncic had a poor shooting game against the Clippers, so fans can bet he will be primed up on Friday night. Expect him to be pushing for a 30-point triple-double against the Suns.

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Ricky Rubio returned in their last game. They will be relying heavily on him and Devin Booker to get their offense going. Fans should expect an exciting and fast-paced game. It will be worth the price of admission.