The Dallas Mavericks will be taking on the Minnesota Timberwolves at the American Airlines Center as part of the NBA Christmas games tomorrow. The Mavericks have easily been a top-five team in the league this season, with an offense that is nigh impossible to stop. However, the Timberwolves have been winning games thanks to their solid defense so this could end up being an entertaining affair.
Continue reading to learn more about the matchup, including injury reports, start time, where to watch, betting tips, game prediction, and more.
Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves: Projected starting five
Minnesota Timberwolves projected starting five
Player
| PTS
| REB
| AST
|
Mike Conley
| 8.3
| 2.9
| 4.7
|
Anthony Edwards
| 25.3
| 5.5
| 4.0
|
Jaden McDaniels
| 10.0
| 4.3
| 1.7
|
Julius Randle
| 20.0
| 6.9
| 4.1
|
Rudy Gobert
| 10.3
| 10.6
| 1.9
|
Dallas Mavericks projected starting five
Player
| PTS
| REB
| AST
|
Luka Doncic
| 28.8
| 8.5
| 8.1
|
Kyrie Irving
| 23.4
| 4.6
| 5.2
|
Klay Thompson
| 14.4
| 3.4
| 1.8
|
P.J. Washington
| 12.6
| 7.9
| 2.2
|
Dereck Lively II
| 8.8
| 7.7
| 2.5
|
(Note: Projected starters are subject to change.)
Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves: Key players to watch
Dallas Mavericks key players
- Luka Doncic
- Kyrie Irving
Minnesota Timberwolves key players
- Anthony Edwards
- Julius Randle
Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves Injury Report
Mavericks injury report
Players
| Status
| Injury
|
Dante Exum
| Out
| Wrist
|
Jaden Hardy
| Out
| Ankle
|
Brandon Williams
| Game time decision
| Thumb
|
Timberwolves injury report
Players
| Status
| Injury
|
Luka Garza
| Out
| Ankle
|
Joe Ingles
| Out
| Calf
|
Daishen Nix
| Out
| Ankle
|
Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves: Team stats
Statistic
| Timberwolves
| Mavericks
|
Record
| 14-14
| 19-10
|
Standings
| 10th
| 4th
|
Home/Away
| 6-8
| 10-4
|
Offensive Rating
| 23rd
| 4th
|
Defensive Rating
| 6th
| 11th
|
Net Rating
| 13th
| 7th
|
Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves: Previous matchups
The Mavericks won their last game against the Timberwolves with a margin of six points. Kyrie Irving was huge for Dallas during that game and scored 35 points, while Anthony Edwards scored 37 for Minnesota. The Mavs won that game even though Luka Doncic struggled to cross 25+ points, which is extremely rare for him. The Mavs and Wolves have only played one game this season and that too was pretty close. So, this one could end up going either way.
Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves: Leading players
Stat
| Timberwolves (Leader)
| Mavericks (Leader)
|
Points
| 25.3 - Anthony Edwards
| 28.8 - Luka Doncic
|
Rebounds
| 10.6 - Rudy Gobert
| 8.5 - Luka Doncic
|
Assists
| 4.7 - Mike Conley
| 8.1 - Luka Doncic
|
Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves: Prediction and Betting Tips
- Moneyline: Timberwolves (+180) vs Mavericks (-218)
- Spread: Timberwolves (+5.5) vs Mavericks (-5.5)
- Total (O/U): Timberwolves -110 (O 221.5) vs Mavericks -110 (U 221.5)
(Note: Odds are correct at the time of writing and likely to change.)
Timberwolves vs Mavericks Game Prediction
Credits: AP Photo/Nick Wass
The Mavericks are the clear favorites heading into this game. With players like Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and Klay Thompson suiting up, the Timberwolves will have a really tough time spacing out their defense. The only way we see the Timberwolves winning is if Anthony Edwards has a career night tomorrow.
Our Prediction: The Mavericks will win
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The NBA Christmas game fixture between the Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves will take place in the American Airlines Center on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. The match will kick off at 2:30 PM ET.
How to watch Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves: Streaming details and more
- TV: ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN+ and Disney+
- Streaming: Sling, DirecTV Stream, FuboTV and NBA League Pass
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