Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Odds, AI Picks and Analysis
Dallas is 24-23 against the spread this season and has failed to cover in their last two games. On the road, the Mavericks are 13-8 ATS compared to 11-15 ATS at home.
As the underdog, Dallas is 9-12 ATS for the season. They are 8-13 as the underdog straight up and have gone 8-13 overall. Today, they are 14-point underdogs and have gone 8-21 as the underdog this season.
In terms of their O/U record, the Mavericks are 26-21 this season. In their games this year, the average over/under line is 235.4, and the average combined scoring is 237.5.
The Mavericks beat the Magic by a score of 131-129 in their last game. The O/U line for that game was 227 points. Dallas was favored by 4.5 points going into the game.
Currently, the Mavericks are 7th in the Western Conference with a record of 26-21. Against Western Conference opponents, they are 18-17 and 8-4 in non-conference games.
Timberwolves still want to howl at the top
Minnesota’s O/U record for the season is 23-24, and the under has hit in their last four games. Today’s line of 223.5 is lower than their season average of 223.3 points per game.
This season, Minnesota has been favored in 37 of their 47 games, going 28-9 in those games. As the favorite, they have an ATS record of 17-19, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last two home games.
The Timberwolves are 1st in the Western Conference with a record of 33-14 in the NBA standings. In non-conference games, they are 11-6 compared to 22-8 against the West.
In their last game, Minnesota defeated the Thunder by a score of 107-101. They were 2.5-point underdogs going into the game. The combined scoring total of 208 was lower than the O/U line of 224.
Let’s see the Mavericks vs Timberwolves Prediction below:
Game Information
| DALLAS MAVERICKS vs MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES |
| Location of the Game: Target Center, Minneapolis |
| Date and Time: Wednesday, January 31st 8:00 ET |
| Reason: 2023-2024 NBA Regular Season |
| How to watch: watchlivesports.co |
AI Predictions and Sport Betting AI Picks
These are the NBA Computer Picks for tonight’s NBA Schedule game:
| TEAM | RECORD | AI PICKS | Sport Betting AI PICKS | |||
| MAVERICKS | 26-21 | 109 | 222 |
SPREAD DAL +13 |
MONEYLINE MIN -850 |
TOTAL UNDER 223.5 |
| TIMBERWOLVES | 33-14 | 113 | ||||
AI Picks: Minnesota Timberwolves 113 – Dallas Mavericks 109
Sport Betting AI Picks: ATS Mavericks +13 | ML Timberwolves -850 | UNDER 223.5
Mavericks vs Timberwolves Prediction Odds
Next, we have the NBA odds for this NBA Matchup.
Dallas Mavericks Game Analysis
When it comes to scoring, the Mavericks are one of the top teams in the league, averaging 118.9 points per game (6th). However, they have actually scored more points at home (120.0) than on the road (117.6).
One of the reasons for Dallas’ high-scoring offense is their three-point shooting. They are 2nd in the league in both three-pointers made (15.2) and attempted (40.8) per game. Overall, the Mavericks are shooting 37% from beyond the arc (12th).
In terms of pace, Dallas is 11th in the league at 99.7 possessions per game. When it comes to field goal percentage, the Mavericks are 16th at 47%. In terms of two-point shooting, they are 10th at 55%.
When it comes to defense, the Dallas Mavericks have struggled this season, ranking 21st in the NBA in points allowed at 118.6 per game. In their last five games, they have been even worse, giving up 128.6 points per contest.
One area where the Mavericks have struggled is on the glass, ranking 25th in rebounds per game and 26th in defensive rebounds. They have also struggled to protect the rim, ranking 26th in blocked shots.
When it comes to defending the three-point line, Dallas has been average, allowing opponents to shoot 36.9% from beyond the arc. In terms of three-point attempts allowed, they are 21st in the league. Based on the most recent NBA Injury Report, Kyrie Irving (Thumb), Luka Doncic (Ankle) and Dereck Lively II (Nose) are out, meanwhile Dante Exum (Knee) and Derrick Jones Jr. (Wrist) are doubtful for this matchup.
Minnesota Timberwolves Game Analysis
This season, the Timberwolves are averaging 112.9 points per game, which is 22nd in the NBA. At home, they are scoring 112.7 points per game. So far, Minnesota has outscored the NBA scoring average in 42.6% of their games.
Minnesota’s offense has been efficient from beyond the arc, ranking 2nd in three-point shooting percentage at 39%. However, they are just 27th in three-point attempts. In terms of pace, the Timberwolves are 25th in the league.
When it comes to two-point shooting, Minnesota is 14th in the NBA at 54%. Overall, they are 8th in field goal percentage. In terms of free throws, the Timberwolves are 11th in attempts and 14th in makes.
When it comes to defense, the Minnesota Timberwolves have been the best in the NBA this season, allowing just 107.4 points per game. At home, they have been even better, giving up just 103.7 points per contest.
Overall, opponents have scored less than their season average in 72.3% of games vs. Minnesota. From beyond the arc, opposing teams have made fewer threes than their season average 68.1% of the time.
Over their last five games, the Timberwolves have given up 108.6 points per game. During that stretch, opposing teams have made 38.6% of their three-point attempts. The NBA player stats affects to Jaylen Clark (Achilles) who is out of the match, and Mike Conley (Hamstring) is questionable.
Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves Head-to-Head
In the last five head to head matchups, the Timberwolves have had the upper-hand, going 3-2. Over the last three head-to-head matchup between the Mavericks and Timberwolves, the Mavericks have the edge vs. the spread at 2-1, but the Timberwolves actually have a positive scoring differential of 7 points per game.
The last three times that the Timberwolves have hosted the Mavericks, the over/under record is 1-2 with the teams combining for an average of 217 points. The over/under record in their last three overall matchups is 1-2.
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