Sacramento Kings (26-26) vs. Dallas Mavericks (28-25)
February 10, 2025 8:30 pm EDT
The Line: Dallas Mavericks -1; Over/Under: 235.5
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The Dallas Mavericks play host to the Sacramento Kings at the American Airlines Center on Monday night. Here’s a Mavericks vs Kings Prediction. This article will include a Mavericks vs Kings Pick.
Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview
The Dallas Mavericks have won five of their last nine games and they will be aiming for a third straight win after taking down the Rockets in a 116-105 home win on Saturday. Anthony Davis led the team with 26 points, 16 rebounds, seven assists, and three blocks, Max Christie added 23 points off the bench while Naji Marshall chipped in with 16 points on seven of 10 shooting. As a team, the Mavericks shot 47 percent from the field and 12 of 23 from the 3-point line as they jumped all over the Rockets and dominated the first quarter by 33-20 to build an early 21-point lead which was more than enough to hold off a late rally from the Rockets. It was a real balanced scoring effort as the Mavericks had six players finish in double figures in scoring and they were feisty on the defensive end to finish with 18 blocks as a team. The Mavs will play against the Warriors following this one.
Sacramento Kings Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Sacramento Kings have been doing it tough lately as they’ve lost six of their last nine games overall, but they will be eager to build some momentum after sneaking past the Pelicans in a 123-118 home win on Saturday. Domantas Sabonis led the team with 27 points, 16 rebounds, and two assists, Zach LaVine added 22 points with five assists while Keegan Murray chipped in with 19 points, eight rebounds, and three blocks. As a team, the Kings shot 47 percent from the field and 11 of 41 from the 3-point line as they got off to a terrible start and looked to be in deep trouble when they trailed by 20 points before they took control with a 45-22 third quarter domination.
Why the Dallas Mavericks will win
- The Mavericks have won each of their last seven night games following a home win.
- The Kings have lost each of their last six games at American Airlines Center following a home win.
- The Kings have failed to cover the spread in nine of their last 10 games against Southwest Division opponents following a win.
- The Mavericks have covered the spread in four of their last five games at American Airlines Center.
Why the Sacramento Kings will win
- The Kings have won each of their last six games against Southwest Division opponents.
- The Mavericks have lost four of their last five games as favorites against Pacific Division opponents following a win.
- The Kings have covered the spread in 13 of their last 14 night games at American Airlines Center.
- The Mavericks have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine games following a win.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Mavericks rank 3rd in the league for blocks per game this season (6.1).
- The Mavericks rank 3rd in the league for free throw attempts per game this season (23.5).
- The Kings rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (14.5).
- The Kings rank 29th in the league for opponent three-point percentage this season (37.7%).
Mavericks vs Kings Prediction
The Mavericks have ruled out Anthony Davis and they are keeping an eye on Dante Exum and Max Christie who are both questionable, while the Kings are coming into this one with a full squad. The Mavericks played great defense to beat the Rockets on Saturday, but it came at a cost as Anthony Davis injured himself during the game which will keep him sidelined for a few weeks, while the Kings are coming into this one fresh off an impressive comeback win over the Pelicans. It’s hard to split these two teams at the moment, but the Kings are at full health and I think they represent decent value as the slight underdog in this spot.
