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Match up to Watch: Jamal Murray vs. Dennis Smith Jr.

By Mathew Huff

DALLAS, TX - APRIL 11: Jamal Murray #27 of the Denver Nuggets passes the ball in front of Nicolas Brussino #9 of the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on April 11, 2017 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
DALLAS, TX - APRIL 11: Jamal Murray #27 of the Denver Nuggets passes the ball in front of Nicolas Brussino #9 of the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on April 11, 2017 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) /
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Jamal Murray will take on one of the most athletic rookies this season, Dennis Smith Jr.

Jamal Murray caused quite a stir last game in the win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Not only did he score a game high 28 points, he also trolled Lakers rookie, Lonzo Ball. As time was winding down in the fourth quarter, Murray dribbled around Ball which caused a bit of a scuffle between him and Julius Randle.

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In this game, he will have his work cut out for him. He will be matched up with Mavericks rookie, Dennis Smith Jr. Dennis Smith Jr., is one of the most intriguing rookies from this season’s draft class.

He has made some noise already and is even being whispered in some Rookie of the Year conversations. Do not forget, this is the same rookie who received high praise from LeBron James himself earlier in the season.

Nevertheless, Jamal Murray will also be a tough match up for the young rookie. Murray finally had a bounce back game against the Lakers and when he bounces back, he seems to have a string of solid outings in one looks at this year’s body of work.

The entire Mavericks squad must be wary of how fast Murray can get hot. Especially from three point land. On the flip side, the Nuggets must not overlook the athleticism Smith possesses. He can use it to drive the lane and put the defense on a swivel. This could be dangerous for an inconsistent Denver defense, especially with a big man like Dirk Nowitski who can space the floor.

Murray will have to be ready defensively as will be Smith.

Next: Preview: Nuggets at Mavericks

One thing is for certain though. This is definitely a key match up to keep your eye on in this battle between two teams out west.

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