A pair of Top 10 defenses clash. Utah is 10th in the NBA in points given up, ninth in field goal shooting allowed, and 12th at defending beyond the arc. Utah is on a 9-3-1 UNDER the total, including 7-1 UNDER on the road. They're also 18-7-1 UNDER when playing on one day of rest. Meanwhile, Dallas is second in the NBA in points surrendered and second at defending the three-pointer. Dallas is on an 8-2 run UNDER the total, as well as 24-11 UNDER versus winning teams. With these rivals are tied in the Western Conference standings for the No. 4 slot, look for playoff intensity in a fierce defensive duel. Play this game to stay UNDER the total.
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