#SunsVsMavs: 5 Things to Watch
1 / 6Before each game, Suns.com previews the action by drawing five key factors from an overall pool of 10: big men, guard play, key matchup, defense, shooting, injuries, styles, momentum, hot/cold hand and motivation. Setting the Stage Phoenix is back home (briefly) for the holidays, but the team awaiting them isn’t in the habit of giving gifts. The Mavericks, fresh off acquiring NBA assist-leader Rajon Rondo, are 20-8 and eager to avenge their home December loss to these same Suns. Meanwhile Phoenix is hoping to tie its longest winning streak of the season (four) with a win on Tuesday night.