Raptors vs. Mavericks Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on December 07th, 2024

Arena and City where Raptors vs. Mavericks will be playing

On December 07th, 2024, the Raptors will take on the Mavericks in an NBA game in Toronto, ON at Scotiabank Arena, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Raptors vs. Mavericks betting tip and prediction

At 18:30 on December 07th, 2024, the Eastern Conference and Western Conference will meet in this thrilling NBA contest. The Raptors enters as 9 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Mavericks won, 136-125. The over/under for the upcoming game is 236 points.

We all know how important the 3-point shot is to the game of basketball in the 2024-2025 season, so let us take a look at how these teams succeed from long distances. The Raptors are making 33.7% of their 3-pointers this season. The Mavericks are converting on 37.4% of their 3-pointers. Raptors are attempting 36% of its shots from behind the 3-point line. Mavericks are taking 39% of their field goal attempts from a 3-point distance.

Toronto Raptors

How are the Raptors playing this season?

The Raptors comes into this game with a 7-16 record, and they are currently 12th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Raptors are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Did the Raptors win their most recent game?

No, Raptors fell to the Thunder, 129-92. Immanuel Quickley scored 28 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Raptors

The leading scorer for the Raptors this season is RJ Barrett, who is averaging 23.6 points per game. Barrett also is the team leader in minutes played per game with 34.43. He scored 26 points on 9-for-16 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Mavericks. In the last game, he scored 37.25 points in DraftKings and 35.2 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Raptors

Coming into the December 07th, 2024 contest, Jakob Poeltl leads the Raptors with 11.8 rebounds per game Scottie Barnes has a team-high 7.3 assists per game. He scored 43.5 DraftKings points and 40.4 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Raptors is Scottie Barnes (1.3 steals per game). He has 43.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 40.4 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Jakob Poeltl is leading the way for the Raptors with 1.3 blocks per game

Raptors Team Analysis

The Raptors' point differential this season is -4.7 points per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA. They are averaging 112.3 points per game while allowing 117 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Raptors are making 11 shots per game, which ranks 29th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Raptors are making 17 per game, which ranks 16th in the NBA.

Projected Raptors Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Mavericks, the Raptors' starting lineup consisted of Jakob Poeltl, Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, Gary Trent Jr. and Immanuel Quickley. For the upcoming matchup, the Raptors has the following injuries: Bruce Brown is out (knee), Kelly Olynyk is out (back) Jakob Poeltl is questionable (illness) and Immanuel Quickley is out (elbow).

Dallas Mavericks

How are the Mavericks playing this season?

The Mavericks head this game with a 15-8 record, and they are currently 3rd in the Western Conference standings. The Mavericks are 9-1 in their last 10 games.

Did the Mavericks win their most recent game?

Yes, Mavericks defeated the Wizards, 137-101. Luka Doncic scored 30 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Mavericks

The leading scorer for the Mavericks this season is Luka Doncic, who is averaging 28.6 points per game. Luka Doncic also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.6. He scored 30 points on 11-for-23 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Raptors. In the last game, scored 58.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 53 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Mavericks

P.J. Washington is leading the way with 8.5 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 26.75 points in DraftKings and 27.4 in FanDuel. Luka Doncic is dishing out a team-high 7.9 assists per game. He has 58.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 53 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Mavericks' leader is Luka Doncic with 1.8 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 58.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 53 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Mavericks is Dereck Lively II, who is sending back 1.6 shots per game. He scored 24.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 25.7 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Mavericks Team Analysis

The Mavericks' point differential this season is 7.7 points per game, which ranks 5th in the NBA. They are averaging 118.9 points per game while allowing 111.2 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Mavericks are making 13.1 shots per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Mavericks are making 18 per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA.

Projected Mavericks' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Raptors, the Mavericks' starting five were Derek Lively II, P.J. Washington, Josh Green, Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic. For the upcoming matchup, Mavericks has the following injuries: Dante Exum is out (wrist) and Naji Marshall is questionable (illness).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Raptors coming into this game as 9 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Mavericks.

Money Line betting suggestion

Raptors are a 9 money line underdog for the game against the Mavericks, and the suggestion is to pick the Mavericks.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Raptors and Mavericks is 236 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Raptors and Mavericks have combined for just 4 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.