The Portland Trail Blazers are riding high after a strong performance, having defeated the Boston Celtics 114-108 at home in their last game. This victory ended a three-game losing streak and significantly boosted the team's morale, providing them with confidence as they face a back-to-back schedule. The Dallas Mavericks, on the other hand, are looking to bounce back after a 107-113 loss to the Sacramento Kings on the road, which prevented them from building on their previous wins. This defeat exposed defensive vulnerabilities and saw the Mavericks slip to 11th in the Western Conference standings. NBA 11:30 Portland Trail Blazers vs Dallas Mavericks. War God's Prediction: Portland Trail Blazers -2