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Thunder vs. Mavericks Prediction, Props & Picks Today (Dec. 5)
The Mavericks will face a tough test when they visit the Thunder on Friday.
Thunder vs. Mavericks Odds
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Spread: OKC -15.5
Moneyline: DAL +750 (available at time of publishing)
Game Total: 229.5 (subject to change)
How to Watch Thunder vs. Mavericks
When: Friday, December 5, 2025
Time: 09:30 PM ET
Where: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Watch: Prime Video / NBA League Pass
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Oklahoma City Thunder Props Preview
The Thunder counter with star power and execution late in games, most recently demonstrated in their 124-112 win over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the offensive onslaught with 38 points, including a crucial 3-pointer with 3:34 remaining, giving Oklahoma City breathing room amid a push from Golden State.
Jalen Williams added 22 points and six assists, maintaining balance in the half-court sets, while Chet Holmgren knocked down a go-ahead 3-pointer from the top of the arc with 6:02 remaining, finishing with 21 points and eight rebounds. The defending champions displayed poise in crucial moments, with their late shot-making and defensive adjustments sealing the win.
Dallas Mavericks Props Preview
The Dallas Mavericks brace for a significant challenge when they visit the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday, entering the matchup fueled by their first three-game winning streak of the season.
Dallas earned a 118-108 victory over the Miami Heat on Wednesday, powered by Cooper Flagg’s 22 points and a dominant performance from Anthony Davis, who delivered 17 points and 17 rebounds to control the interior.
The Mavericks also received a major spark from undrafted rookie Ryan Nembhard, who produced 15 points and a season-high 13 assists just one game after scoring a career-high 28 points in Dallas’ 131-121 win over Denver. Klay Thompson, adjusting to his relatively new role coming off the bench, added 17 points, providing timely shooting and spacing as Dallas continued building momentum.
What to Bet on Friday
I like some player props on Anthony Davis and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Anthony Davis remains one of the league’s most dominant two-way bigs, capable of reshaping the game through rebounding, interior defense, and efficient scoring. His impact in controlling the glass and dictating defensive rotations is undeniable.
Davis’ ability to anchor the paint allows Dallas to operate confidently through multiple offensive creators. His length and timing give him the versatility to finish lobs, protect the rim, and facilitate from the elbows when defenses collapse.
Gilgeous-Alexander continues to build one of the most polished scoring resumes in the league, showcasing poise and creativity that few defenders can neutralize. His ability to control pace, manufacture shots in late-clock situations, and deliver momentum-changing 3-pointers is unmatched.
His synergy with Williams and the support of Holmgren highlight Shai’s effectiveness as both a scorer and an initiator. His composure under pressure, especially against physical perimeter defense, makes him one of the most difficult guards to contain.
What to Expect From Mavericks vs. Thunder
Friday’s contest should showcase a duel between Davis’ interior command and Gilgeous-Alexander’s perimeter dominance. Expect Davis to assert himself early on the glass and defensively, while Gilgeous-Alexander orchestrates Oklahoma City’s half-court tempo with his midrange precision and clutch perimeter shooting.
With Dallas riding its three-game winning streak and Oklahoma City demonstrating late-game composure against Golden State, this matchup projects to remain competitive deep into the fourth quarter.
Pick: Anthony Davis > 21.5 points
Pick: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander > 38.5 points + assists
Pick: Mavericks +15.5
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