The Dallas Mavericks and Memphis Grizzlies will clash in a Southwest Division showdown on Friday, December 1, 2023, at 7:30 PM ET at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. This will be the second matchup between these teams this season.
The Mavericks come into this game with an 11-6 record, good for second place in the division. They are led by Luka Doncic, who is averaging 29.2 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 8.7 assists per game. The Grizzlies, on the other hand, are struggling with a 4-13 record, which is the second worst in the Western Conference.
Betting Odds and Lines
Dallas Mavericks vs. Memphis Grizzlies betting odds
Spread: Dallas Mavericks -10
Moneyline: Dallas Mavericks -455, Memphis Grizzlies +350
Total Points: 229.5
The Mavericks are 8-6 against the spread (ATS) when they score more than 112.7 points.
The Grizzlies are 6-11 ATS this season.
The under has hit in six of the Grizzlies’ last eight games.
The total has gone over in four of the Mavericks’ last six games.
Prediction
The Mavericks are the clear favorites in this game, and for good reason. They are a much more talented team than the Grizzlies, and they are playing at home.
We predict that the Mavericks will win this game by a score of 120-108. We also predict that the total will go under, as these two teams are both known for their defense.
Here are some key factors to consider when making your prediction:
Recent form: The Mavericks have won three of their last four games, while the Grizzlies have lost four of their last five.
Head-to-head record: The Mavericks won the first meeting between these two teams this season, 117-109.
Injuries: Both teams are relatively healthy at the moment.
Motivation: The Mavericks are looking to solidify their position in the playoff race, while the Grizzlies are trying to avoid falling further behind in the standings.
In conclusion, the Mavericks are the clear favorites in this game, but the Grizzlies are a team that is capable of pulling off an upset. We predict that the Mavericks will win the game, but it will be a close one.
Here are some additional notes:
The Grizzlies are 2-8 on the road this season.
The Mavericks are 8-3 at home this season.
The Grizzlies are 0-4 against teams with a winning record this season.
The Mavericks are 6-2 against teams with a losing record this season.
PICK: Take the Mavericks -10 and/or the UNDER 230 points tonight. (LOSS)