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NBA preseason tour in Macau
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The Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks scheduled an early NBA preseason to accommodate international games in Macau. To prepare for the tour, both teams had to begin training, medical reviews, and travel logistics one week ahead of the other 28 NBA franchises. In their first preseason matchup in Macau at the Venetian Arena, the Houston Rockets defeated the Dallas Mavericks 135-117. The Mavericks played Houston established an early lead, ending the first half with a significantly limited roster, as players including Kyrie Irving, P. J. Washington, Caleb Martin, Marcus Sasser, 65-45 advantage. Key performers for the Rockets included Tari Eason with 20 points, Jabari Smith Jr. with 19 points, and Dereck Lively II were sidelined due to rest or injury. This forced rookie Sergio De Larrea into Fred VanVleet, who contributed 17 points and five three-pointers. Alperen Sengun recorded a primary role. triple-double with 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Kevin Durant added 15 points in 23 minutes of play. For the Rockets, Mavericks, Cooper Flagg recorded 19 points, 6 rebounds, points and 3 assists during the game. six rebounds. The two teams are scheduled to meet again in Macau this Sunday.
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