The Pelicans are gearing up to take on the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday, Nov 12. The game is slated for 7:00 ET and will be broadcast on BSNO. Dallas comes into this game as 2.5-point favorites with the total set at 234.5. How will this matchup unfold? Let’s delve into the Pelicans vs. Mavericks player props and predictions below.
Pelicans vs. Mavericks Odds
- Spread: Mavericks -2.5
- Total 234.5
Game Info
- Date: Sunday, Nov 12
- Time: 7:00 ET
- Location: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans LA
- TV: BSNO
Mavericks Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Mavericks have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- The Mavericks are 4-1 ATS in their last road games and 3-2 straight-up.
- As the betting favorite, the Mavericks have an ATS mark of just 4-6 in their last ten games. Dallas posted a straight up mark of 7-3 in these matchups.
Pelicans Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Pelicans have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Across the Pelicans last ten home games, the team averaged 111 points per game while allowing 109. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 5-5, while going 5-5 straight-up.
- Spanning across their last three games as the betting underdog, the Pelicans have gone 0-3 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 0-3.
Do the Mavericks Stand a Chance in New Orleans?
Coming into today’s game vs. the Pelicans, the Mavericks are looking to build on their above .500 record of 7-2. Across nine games, the Mavericks have a 3-1 record when facing Western Conference teams, and they have a 4-1 record in non-conference games.
Dallas is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 144 points versus the Clippers. This output is higher than their season-average of 122.8 points per game. Luka Doncic led the scoring for the Mavericks, contributing 44 points. Additionally, Kyrie Irving chipped in with 27 points.
The Mavericks’ defense is presently ranked 23rd in the league, allowing an average of 116.9 points per contest.
Dallas struggled on the boards in their last game vs. the Clippers, giving up 15. For the game, Los Angeles scored 126 points in the game.
Can New Orleans Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?
Facing the Mavericks, the Pelicans currently hold an overall record of 4-5 and aim to end their four game losing streak. In their nine games, the Pelicans have achieved a 2-4 record in games against Western Conference teams, and they have a 2-1 record in non-conference play.
Coming off their recent game, the Pelicans offense tallied 101 points in a matchup against the Rockets. Their field goal percentage for the game was 45.3%, and they made 8 threes. One area that the Pelicans offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 10th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 44%.
Currently, the Pelicans’ defense holds the 18th rank in the NBA, allowing 114.0 points per game.
The Pelicans defense is coming off a game in which they held the Rockets offense to just 45.3% shooting. Overall, they gave up 104 points to Houston.
Pelicans vs. Mavericks Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Luka Doncic and his points prop of 29.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -127 while the under is at -105. In his matchup vs. the Pelicans, we are recommending to take the under on Luka Doncic and his prop of 29.5 points. Our player projection model has him falling short of his prop with a projected 21.
- The Prop: Luka Doncic Under 29.5 Points (-105)
Pelicans vs. Mavericks Predictions
For today’s matchup we are recommending to take the Mavericks to secure the win, with an expected final score of 120-111. When it comes to the spread, we believe they’ll cover at -2.5.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 234.5 and our model has the Mavericks and Pelicans finishing with a combined 231 points. Our pick is to take the under.
The Pick: Mavericks -2.5