An exciting NBA interconference matchup is scheduled for Monday as the Dallas Mavericks host the Brooklyn Nets. The Mavericks` season record is 37-38 (20-16 at home), while the Nets are 24-51 (13-26 on the road). In their previous game this season on March 24, Dallas defeated Brooklyn 120-101, marking the Mavericks` sixth consecutive win against the Nets. Anthony Davis of the Mavericks is expected to play despite an adductor issue.
The game will tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. According to current betting odds, the Mavericks are favored by 9 points. The over/under for the game is set at 217.5 points.
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Here are the betting lines for the Mavericks vs. Nets game:
Betting Odds and Lines
- Spread: Mavericks -9
- Over/Under: 217.5 points
- Money Line: Mavericks -397, Nets +312
Key Stats
- DAL: Mavericks are 5-1 against the spread in their last six games.
- BRK: Nets are 4-0 against the spread in their last four road games.
Nets` Potential to Cover the Spread
The Nets are coming off a 115-112 road victory against the Wizards on Saturday, ending a six-game losing streak overall and a nine-game road losing streak. Despite their recent losses, Brooklyn has covered the spread in four of their last five, due to strong defensive efforts. The Nets rank 9th in scoring defense in the league, allowing 111.9 points per game, and they have a strong record against the spread as a road underdog (65.7%).
With many players on the Nets roster vying for long-term NBA careers, they remain motivated despite being out of playoff contention. Tyrese Martin and Jalen Wilson each scored 20 points against Washington, and Drew Timme added 19 points in his second NBA game. While the Mavericks may be more talented, the Nets are expected to compete fiercely.
Mavericks` Strengths
The Mavericks are entering this game after a narrow 120-119 victory over the Bulls on Saturday. Dallas has won four of their last five games, including all three games since Anthony Davis returned from injury on March 24. Although Davis is on a minutes restriction, his playing time has been gradually increasing.
Dallas has showcased offensive depth with five different leading scorers in their last six games, highlighting their challenging nature for opponents to strategize against. In their previous win against the Nets on March 24, the Mavericks shot 56.3% from the field. The potential return of Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively II could further bolster the Mavericks` lineup.
Game Prediction
SportsLine`s model projects a total of 218 points for the game and indicates a strong probability for one side of the spread to hit. For detailed predictions and betting advice, refer to SportsLine.
Jasper Hawthorne