Mavericks vs. Spurs Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on November 16th, 2024

Arena and City where Mavericks vs. Spurs will be playing

The Mavericks and Spurs will tip-off on November 16th, 2024, in an NBA game in Dallas, TX at American Airlines Center, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Mavericks vs. Spurs betting tip and prediction

The Western Conference showdown is scheduled for November 16th, 2024, kicking off at 19:30. The Mavericks enters as -10.5 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Mavericks were 3.5 point underdogs but lost the game to Spurs, 113-107. The over/under for the upcoming game is 227.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 218.5 points, and the over was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season has highlighted the significance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's examine how different teams are faring from long distance. Currently, the Mavericks are making 34.2% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their sharpshooting skills. On the other hand, the Spurs are converting on 35.8% of their 3-pointers, which is a testament to their long-range accuracy. As for shot selection, the Mavericks are opting for 3-pointers on 41% of their attempts, while the Spurs are taking 46% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Dallas Mavericks

How are the Mavericks playing this season?

The Mavericks comes into this game with a 5-7 record, and they are currently 12th in the Western Conference standings. The Mavericks are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Mavericks win their most recent game?

No, Mavericks fell to the Jazz, 115-113. Kyrie Irving scored 28 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Mavericks

The leading scorer for the Mavericks this season is Luka Doncic, who is averaging 29.3 points per game. In the last game, he scored 61.75 points in DraftKings and 58.9 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Mavericks

Coming into the November 16th, 2024 contest, Luka Doncic leads the Mavericks with 8 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 61.75 points in DraftKings and 58.9 fantasy points in FanDuel. Luka Doncic has a team-high 8 assists per game. He scored 61.75 DraftKings points and 58.9 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Mavericks is P.J. Washington (1.6 steals per game) In terms of swatting shots, P.J. Washington is leading the way for the Mavericks with 1.3 blocks per game

Mavericks Team Analysis

The Mavericks' point differential this season is 2.9 points per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA. They are averaging 114.2 points per game while allowing 111.3 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Mavericks are making 12.5 shots per game, which ranks 16th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Mavericks are making 15.9 per game, which ranks 25th in the NBA.

Projected Mavericks Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Spurs, the Mavericks' starting lineup consisted of Daniel Gafford, P.J. Washington, Derrick Jones Jr., Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic. For the upcoming matchup, the Mavericks has the following injuries: Luka Doncic is probable (knee), Dante Exum is out (wrist) Maxi Kleber is out (hamstring) and P.J. Washington is questionable (knee).

San Antonio Spurs

How are the Spurs playing this season?

The Spurs head this game with a 6-7 record, and they are currently 10th in the Western Conference standings. The Spurs are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Did the Spurs win their most recent game?

No, Spurs came up short against the Lakers, 120-115. Tre Jones scored 22 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Spurs

The leading scorer for the Spurs this season is Victor Wembanyama, who is averaging 22.7 points per game. Victor Wembanyama also leads the team in minutes played per game with 31.54.

Other Team Leaders for the Spurs

Victor Wembanyama is leading the way with 10.5 rebounds per game. Chris Paul is dishing out a team-high 8.8 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Spurs' leader is Chris Paul with 1.4 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Spurs is Victor Wembanyama, who is sending back 3.7 shots per game.

Spurs Team Analysis

The Spurs' point differential this season is 0.2 points per game, which ranks 15th in the NBA. They are averaging 110.2 points per game while allowing 110 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Spurs are making 14 shots per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Spurs are making 15.9 per game, which ranks 27th in the NBA.

Projected Spurs' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Mavericks, the Spurs' starting five were Victor Wembanyama, Jeremy Sochan, Julian Champagnie, Devin Vassell and Tre Jones. For the upcoming matchup, Spurs has the following injuries: Tre Jones is out (ankle) and Jeremy Sochan is out (thumb).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Mavericks coming into this game as -10.5 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Spurs.

Money Line betting suggestion

Mavericks are a -10.5 money line favorite for the game against the Spurs, and the suggestion is to pick the Spurs.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Mavericks and Spurs is 227.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Mavericks and Spurs had no match that went overtime this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.