NBA 11:30 Portland Trail Blazers VS Dallas Mavericks. The Portland Trail Blazers currently hold a 13-19 record, positioning them tenth in the Western Conference and in the thick of the play-in tournament race. The team has demonstrated impressive offensive firepower this season, averaging 116.6 points per game, which places them in the upper-middle echelon of the league. Their recent offensive form has improved, with a 45.2% field goal percentage and a 34.4% three-point percentage over their last 10 games. However, the Trail Blazers' primary weakness lies in their defence, conceding an average of 120.1 points per game and registering a net efficiency of -3.5. This defensive inefficiency is a significant factor hindering their climb up the standings. The Dallas Mavericks, with a 12-21 record, are twelfth in the Western Conference, facing a more challenging situation than the Trail Blazers. Their core issue is the stark contrast between their home and away performances. While they can maintain a 50% win rate at home, their away record is a dismal 3-12, with a mere 20.0% win rate, and they are currently on a six-game losing streak. In away games, the Mavericks' defence collapses, allowing 119.5 points per game and a net efficiency of -7.3, making them a typical 'away team'. Yet, another set of data reveals their potential: the Mavericks' offence is consistently efficient regardless of location, with a 46.8% field goal percentage and a 33.7% three-point percentage. Their recent performance over the last 10 games has been even better, reaching 50.5% and 34.0%, indicating they have the ability to execute high-quality offence and compete with any team.