The Dallas Mavericks (46-30) are hosting the Golden State Warriors (42-34) tonight in Dallas.
These two teams played each other a few days ago, and Golden State came out on top. That game ended a 7 game Dallas win streak and was huge for Golden State to keep their head above the waves in the West. The Warriors are currently sitting at the 10 seed in the West, and need every win they can get to stay there.
Dallas, with only four more wins than Golden State, is doing much better in fifth place. This will be a game with major playoff implications in the Western Conference which is the best kind of basketball this time of year. I expect a playoff-like atmosphere in this game, and players like Steph Curry and Luka Doncic to show out. The season series between these two teams sits at 2-1 in favor of the Mavericks.
Will the Warriors even up the season series, or will Dallas beat them a third time?
Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors Betting Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | MoneyLine |
| Dallas Mavericks | -5 -112 |
O 226.5
-108 |
-198 |
| Golden State Warriors | +5 -108 |
U 226.5
-112 |
+164 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors Game Details
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- Fixture: Golden State Warriors @ Dallas Mavericks
- Date and Time: April 5, 2024 @ 8:30 pm EST
- Location: American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
Apex Tale of the Tape
| Dallas Mavericks | vs. | Golden State Warriors |
| 46-30 | Record | 42-34 |
| 118.3 | Points Per Game | 118.0 |
| 48.2 | FG% | 47.5 |
| 37.3 | 3PT% | 37.7 |
| 50.6 | Rebounds Per Game | 55.1 |
| 115.8 | Points Allowed Per Game | 115.6 |
| 47.5 | Opponent FG% | 46.6 |
| 36.8 | Opponent 3PT% | 35.7 |
| 13.8 | Opponent Turnovers Forced | 13.0 |
| 53.8 | Opponent Rebounds Against | 50.7 |
| 4-1 | Last 5 W-L | 5-0 |
| 103.2 | Team Pace | 103.5 |
Key Stats
Dallas Mavericks
In the Mavericks matchup vs Golden State a few nights ago, their superstars stepped up. Doncic had 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists while Irving contributed 27 points and three steals. Unfortunately, this wasn’t enough, and the Mavericks lost 100-104. For Dallas to have a different outcome in this one, they need their bench to step up.
The Mavericks bench only had 13 combined points in that game, compared to their average of 35.6 points. Another key to victory for the Mavs in this one is to keep up their fantastic defensive gameplay. In their last 15 games, they have only allowed 110+ points twice, and have the second-best defensive rating in the NBA during that stretch. They did a good job in the previous game vs Golden State, holding them to only 104 points and Steph Curry to only 13 points. They need to do it again.
Golden State Warriors
The Golden State Warriors have been on a tear recently. They have won 6 games in a row, and are looking to make it 7 tonight. For them to repeat their win against Dallas, Steph Curry has to play better in this game. Steph Curry only had 13 points in that game and shot 5-18 from the field. On the bright side, the Warriors’ offense was clicking in their last game vs the Houston Rockets. In that game, Curry and Klay Thompson both had 29 points.
For Golden State to continue their hot streak, there are a few keys to victory. First of all, they have to shoot the ball well from behind the arc. Dallas has been playing great defense lately, and if Golden State is missing threes, Luka and Kyrie will keep extending the Mavericks’ lead. Also, Golden State has to dominate the minutes that Luka is not on the court. The Warriors have a better bench than the Mavericks do, but they have to prove it.
Game Prediction
I like backing home teams when the game is projected to be close. Even though the Warriors are hot right now, all good things must come to an end. The Dallas Mavericks have a top-7 offense and defense in the NBA over the last 15 games. The Mavericks are just the better team, and I think being at home is too good to pass up. Golden State has been great on the road this season, going 23-15 on the road. However, they are only 6-13 when they are an underdog on the road. I’m riding with MVP candidate Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks to beat Steph Curry and the Warriors.
Final Pick
Dallas Mavericks MoneyLine (-198)
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