Dallas Mavericks vs Denver Nuggets Betting Picks & Predictions
The Dallas Mavericks (2-2 overall, 14-11 against the spread) are set to take on the Denver Nuggets (17-10, 11-16 ATS) in a Western Conference showdown on Monday evening. The
Game outlook
The Dallas Mavericks (2-2 overall, 14-11 against the spread) are set to take on the Denver Nuggets (17-10, 11-16 ATS) in a Western Conference showdown on Monday evening. The Mavericks come into this match-up after recording a road win against Portland on Saturday, while the Nuggets were dealt a home loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Denver looks to redeem themselves as they issued a 125-114 home win against the Mavericks earlier this season. The Nuggets are the betting favorite at -7.25 with no adjustment of the line.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Mavericks +235 | Nuggets -285
Spread: Mavericks +7.25 (-110) | Nuggets -7.25 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 238.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Denver will win straight-up is 74%.
Dallas Mavericks
The Mavericks have won 5 of their last 6 games, their only loss being to Minnesota last Thursday. Dallas have been fuelled by the dominance of Luke Doncic, averaging 32.7 PPG and 8.3 RPG with 40 points against the Trail Blazers on Saturday. Kyrie Irving is questionable due to injury, whilst Tim Hardaway Jr. has achieved 20 points or more 3 times in the past 4 games. Dallas is 4-1 in their last 5 road games, covering the spread in 4 of them. Kn👌ck it down pic.twitter.com/ZHK5YZWi0G
Denver Nuggets Analysis
The Denver Nuggets are 17-10 overall and have collected three wins in their last five home decisions, covering twice. Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. are leading the team averaging 27 PPG, 18 PPG and 16.8 PPG respectively. The Nuggets rank 15th in offense (114.7 PPG), 6th in defense (110.8 PPG) and 5th for field goals (48.71%), 30th for free throws (72.55%) and 14th for three pointers (36.85%). The Nuggets' defensive statistics are ranked 11th for field goals (46.25%), 25th for free throws (80.76%) and 11th for three pointers (35.81%). They also average 44.59 rebounds per game (11th), 29.67 offensive assists (3rd) and 24.85 defensive assists (6th). P-Wat feelin' it 🔥 11 PTS (100 FG%) / 2-3PM pic.twitter.com/LmKokiUzfq