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For the whole season, Durant has guided the Suns' offense. Bradley Beal and Devin Booker's absences have made it so that the seasoned superstar is carrying a lot of weight. Phoenix will need to return their other two All-Stars to the starting lineup as quickly as feasible.
For the Suns, Nurkic is playing a fantastic middle of the court role. The seasoned big man is a presence on the boards and a dangerous short-roll weapon that can be used to create and score baskets.
The Suns have found the seasoned wing to be dependable. Even though he is past his prime, his perimeter defense and consistency have shown to be valuable components of his game.
The Hornets will have to figure out how to slow down Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic. The two superstars have impressed so far this season and can carry the squad when necessary.
The Hornets will face more competition from Grant Williams and Derrick Lively II, who have been having a great time in Dallas. Charlotte's perimeter defense has occasionally been vulnerable, which may provide a big edge to the Mavericks.
However, Gordon Hayward's defense of the perimeter will be crucial to the Hornets' success. In addition to his secondary playmaking point-of-attack defense, the seasoned wing can also be a featured scorer when necessary.
The Hornets are greatly favored to lose versus Dallas. Their spread of +11 indicates that the difference in skill levels could lead to a blow-out for Las Vegas. For a young club like Charlotte, who occasionally need to rely on their veterans, such adaptability is crucial.
In general, the Mavericks will be the early favorites. The two main players in charge of making sure the Hornets are in the game in the closing minutes will be LaMelo Ball and Hayward.
Kyrie Irving, Grant Williams, Derrick Jones Jr., Luka Doncic, and Derrick Lively II might be the starting lineup for the Mavericks.
The Mavericks starting five features a strong defensive unit, consistent floor space, and an outstanding offensive punch. They started this season with a 5-0 record for a purpose.
Meanwhile, LaMelo Ball, Terry Rozier, P.J. Washington, Gordon Hayward, and Mark Williams might be the starting lineup for the Hornets.
The Hornets possess every quality needed to establish a potent starting five. But in the last few seasons, they haven't been able to figure it out.
LaMelo Ball: 30.5 FG%, 8.0 assists, 4.8 rebounds, and 15.5 points
Ball has recovered from his ankle fracture. He is essential to the Hornets' hopes of winning because he has started to display glimpses of his top upside once more.
Hayward's contract is coming to an end this year. He's in the league, playing for a new contract somewhere. He's showing thus far that he still has the ability to play a variety of roles in a starting lineup.
The Golden State Warriors have started the 2017 season well. Having played one fewer game than the Denver Nuggets, who are in first place in the Western Conference, they are now in second place. The Warriors will take on the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday, Nov. 5. The Cavs have struggled since their inception.
Cleveland has only won two of its first six games, placing it in 11th place in the Eastern Conference. Its current challenge will be to slow down Golden State, who appear much more formidable now that Chris Paul is starting to play.
The Golden State team has demonstrated their ability to secure victories this season by grinding it out. Despite a shortage of size in the center of the court, opposing teams have attempted to employ a larger lineup strategy, only to suffer from mismatches and cross-matches.
Klay Thompson seems to have rekindled his defensive prowess and is excelling in a new role assigned by Steve Kerr, where he guards up against stronger opponents. Draymond Green's return to the lineup has brought stability to the team's defense. Additionally, Chris Paul and Steph Curry's on-court leadership has been exceptional for both the starting lineup and the second unit.
In contrast, the Cleveland Cavaliers are struggling to find the right balance. Evan Mobley hasn't made the anticipated improvement, but with Darius Garland's return following a four-game absence, the team can rely on their backcourt to keep games competitive.
Cleveland is also facing a shortage of guard depth on the bench, which is forcing the coaching staff to be creative with their player rotations and combinations. This could pose a challenge for Cleveland when they go up against two of the most accomplished point guards in the history of the game.
