Dallas Sports Roundup – November 3 2009
Dallas Sports Roundup – November 3
The Cowboys’ NFL odds are on the rise and that’s not the only good news in the Lone Star State, as the Stars and Mavericks are heating up too. Let’s delve deeper into the good news for our Dallas Sports teams.
Talk about a successful road trip. After the Mavs opened their season with a home loss to the underrated Washington Wizards, they did the unthinkable and beat the Lakers at Staples Center Friday night. The Mavs followed that performance with another win the next night versus the Clippers. Amazingly, the Mavs were just 3-13 all-time in L.A./L.A. road trips. Dirk Nowitzki continues to look refreshed, averaging over 26 points per game so far this season. Shawn Marion’s rebounding is giving the Mavs an energy boost too. More depth is on the way too with Josh Howard nearing his return to the lineup from ankle surgery, so the Mavs are suddenly hot sports picks.
How many sportsbook odds makers would’ve predicted that the Stars would be the Western Conference’s third highest-scoring team through 14 games? The Stars continue to get consistent and balanced offense, as five different skaters have five goals already. The biggest story continues to be that of budding sniper James Neal. During his current six-game point streak he has five goals and nine assists; he’s showing no signs of slowing down right now. Marty Turco’s resurgent season could be on hold for a bit longer, as the goaltender is still showing flu-like symptoms.
Offseason activity is understandably quiet so far for the Texas Rangers; heck, the World Series odds are still being bet on as we speak. But the seeds for major changes are growing. Financially struggling Rangers (and Stars) owner Tom Hicks is looking into selling the Club and meeting with several potential buyers. The latest possible bidder arrived last week; former sports agent Dennis Gilbert, who once represented George Brett, Barry Bonds, Bobby Bonilla, Mike Piazza and Curt Schilling. Reportedly, Hicks wants to sell controlling interest in the Rangers but maintain some position of ownership.
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