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Mavericks and Rockets Bond During Macao Preseason Visit
Off-court moments highlight the teams' trip to China ahead of exhibition games
By OddsListing wire desk
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Arrivals and Room Revelations
After flights lasting 20 hours or more, players from both clubs received warm welcomes from fans upon reaching their hotels in Macao. Houston center Steven Adams offered a glimpse inside his accommodations, showing a bowl of fruit, a team-themed pillow and Egyptian cotton sheets. The squads later gathered for separate photos beside the water, with the Venetian Macao visible behind them.
Practice Mishaps and Local Exploration
Following an initial workout, Dallas forward Naji Marshall damaged a rim and later a chair. Houston big man Steven Adams joined Bogdan Bogdanović to tour the city, stopping at the ruins of Saint Paul's, originally constructed between 1602 and 1640, and sampling street food amid large crowds. A group of Mavericks players took a ferry ride lasting 55 minutes to an hour to reach Hong Kong and visit Victoria Peak.
Legends and Fan Encounters
Former Rockets center Yao Ming stopped by the NBA Macao house alongside Cuttino Mobley, where a cardboard cutout of the 7-foot-6 player prompted a lighthearted moment about footwear. The two Hall of Famers also shared laughs on the court. Young supporters met with several stars, including Kevin Durant, during the visit.
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