Sixers and Mavericks struggling with injuries and slumps

The Philadelphia 76ers and Dallas Mavericks are both struggling as they prepare for their matchup on Sunday. Dallas has lost seven of its last eight games, including a 133-96 defeat to Houston, while Philadelphia has dropped three straight, sitting at 3-17 over the last 20 games. Injuries have heavily impacted both teams. The Sixers are missing key players like Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. Dallas is also dealing with injuries, including a broken hand for Dante Exum, and has seen limited contributions from its frontcourt. Despite the challenges, some players are stepping up. Philadelphia's Jeff Dowtin Jr. has scored well in recent games, while Dallas' Brandon Williams had a strong performance with 25 points against Houston.