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Philadelphia 76ers Look to Sweep Mavericks, Salvage Road Trip on New Year’s Day
DALLAS, TX – The Philadelphia 76ers will face the Dallas Mavericks on New Year’s Day, Thursday, aiming to end their current five-game road trip on a high note. The Sixers, currently 1-2 on the trip, are looking to achieve a .500 record and sweep the two-game season series against a Mavericks squad riddled with injuries.
Despite dealing with significant roster instability and only five games played by their star trio in the first 31 of the season, the Sixers have managed to remain competitive. They hope to continue this momentum against a Mavericks team without key players including Kyrie Irving who is recovering from knee surgery, Dante Exum who is recovering from knee surgery, and Dereck Lively II recovering from right foot surgery.
Injuries continue to be a factor for Philadelphia as well, with Trendon Watford (left adductor strain) and Kelly Oubre Jr. (left knee sprain) ruled out for the contest. Despite the absences, this game presents another crucial opportunity for the Sixers to develop as a team and maintain their winning trajectory.
The 76ers will wear their Association Edition (White) uniforms, while the Mavericks will sport their Statement Edition (Blue). Tip-off is scheduled [You would need to add time and network information here].
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