Sacramento Kings: Game 78 Preview vs Dallas Mavericks

Dec 18, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes (40) passes the ball around Sacramento Kings center Kosta Koufos (41) and guard Garrett Temple (17) during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 18, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes (40) passes the ball around Sacramento Kings center Kosta Koufos (41) and guard Garrett Temple (17) during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Mar 23, 2017; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) celebrates with forward Harrison Barnes (40) during the second half against the LA Clippers at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 23, 2017; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) celebrates with forward Harrison Barnes (40) during the second half against the LA Clippers at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Mavericks Scouting Report

The Dallas Mavericks enter tonight’s game with a record of 32 wins and 44 losses and currently sit eleventh in the Western Conference standings.  They are eliminated from playoff contention this season.

Last time out, the Mavericks traveled to Milwaukee to take on the Bucks.  On the back of a 31 point Harrison Barnes performance, Dallas was victorious 109-105 on Sunday.  Below is a highlight video from that game to give you a glimpse at the Mavericks most recent form.

Harrison Barnes: Face of the Mavericks?

With Dirk Nowitzki fast approaching 40 years old, Dallas is going to be looking for their next franchise player.  Obviously, they are difficult to come by, but the team may have found that replacement already.

Harrison Barnes came to Dallas this offseason on a hefty contract after four seasons with the Golden State Warriors.  Barnes has become a focal point on offense averaging 19.5 points per game this season on stellar percentages. At just 24 years old, Barnes still has room to grow and slowly seems to be taking over the mantle from an aging Dirk Nowitzki.

Be on the lookout for a big performance from Barnes if he plays tonight.  Also, continue to monitor his maturation in the coming seasons.  From what I have seen so far it looks like big things are ahead of Mister Barnes.

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