PREVIEW: The Milwaukee Bucks arrive in Dallas ranked first in efficient three-point shooting and attacking the rim, two offensive weapons that have made them one of the league's most dangerous teams early this season. Giannis Antetokounmpo is playing at an MVP level, averaging an NBA-best 33.4 points along with 12.9 rebounds and 6.6 assists per game. The Mavericks have won just three of their previous ten contests, struggling to find consistency on both ends of the floor. Dallas ranks first in efficient attacking the rim but shows concerning weaknesses, including bad offensive rebounding and inefficient free-throw shooting that could prove costly against Milwaukee's suffocating defense. The Bucks' defense ranks first in the league at limiting three-point attempts allowed, a strength that directly counters Dallas' reliance on perimeter scoring. The Mavericks snapped a four-game losing streak with a 112-105 victory over Washington, where Naji Marshall erupted for 30 points off the bench. Dallas continues to battle injuries, with Anthony Davis and Daniel Gafford listed as questionable while Dereck Lively remains doubtful. While the Mavericks maintain a low turnover rate, their defensive struggles allowing teams to attack the rim frequently suggests Monday's matchup could feature high-volume paint scoring from a Bucks team hungry to bounce back after recent setbacks.