The Dallas Mavericks are set to play the NBA Cup quarter-finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder tomorrow. The match will kick off from the Paycom Center in Oklahoma. Both teams are heading into this game in fine form. While the Thunder have won three in a row, the Mavericks are on a seven-game winning streak and have won nine out of their last 10 games. Also worth noting is the fact that Luka Doncic has been on a tear recently and is averaging 30 points, 9.4 rebounds and 8.6 assists per game over his last 10 outings.
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 Oklahoma City Thunder: Projected starting five
Dallas Mavericks projected starting five
Player
| PTS
| REB
| AST
|
Kyrie Irving
| 24.3
| 4.9
| 5.2
|
Klay Thompson
| 13.0
| 3.5
| 1.8
|
Luka Doncic
| 28.7
| 8.3
| 8.1
|
P.J. Washington
| 12.7
| 8.3
| 2.5
|
Dereck Lively II
| 8.9
| 7.5
| 2.3
|
Oklahoma City Thunder projected starting five
Player
| PTS
| REB
| AST
|
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
| 29.8
| 5.3
| 6.3
|
Luguentz Dort
| 9.8
| 4.6
| 1.8
|
Cason Wallace
| 6.8
| 3.4
| 2.1
|
Jalen Williams
| 22.0
| 6.1
| 5.0
|
Isaiah Hartenstein
| 11.8
| 12.8
| 4.5
|
(Note: Projected starters are subject to change.)
Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Key players to watch
Dallas Mavericks key players
- Luka Doncic
- Kyrie Irving
Oklahoma City Thunder key players
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
- Jalen Williams
Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Injury report
Dallas Mavericks injury report
Player
| Status
| Injury
|
Dante Exum
| Out
| Wrist
|
Jaden Hardy
| Out
| Ankle
|
Maxi Kleber
| Out
| Illness
|
Naji Marshall
| Game time decision
| Illness
|
P.J. Washington
| Game time decision
| Illness
|
Oklahoma City Thunder injury report
Player
| Status
| Injury
|
Ousmane Dieng
| Out
| Finger
|
Alex Ducas
| Game time decision
| Achilles
|
Chet Holmgren
| Out
| Hip
|
Nikola Topic
| Out for season
| Knee
|
Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Team stats
Statistic
| Mavericks
| Thunder
|
Record
| 16-8
| 18-5
|
Standings
| 4th
| 1st
|
Home/Away
| 8-5
| 9-2
|
Offensive Rating
| 4th
| 8th
|
Defensive Rating
| 8th
| 1st
|
Net Rating
| 5th
| 1st
|
Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Previous matchups
The last time these two teams faced off was in November this year. During that game, the Mavericks were able to put a win on the board thanks to a two-point difference in the scorelines. The Mavs edged out with a score of 121-119 without Luka Doncic. Now that he’s back it’ll be interesting to see how this one goes.
Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Leading players
Stat
| Mavericks (Leader)
| Thunder (Leader)
|
Points
| 28.7 - Luka Doncic
| 29.8 - Gilgeous-Alexander
|
Rebounds
| 8.3 - P.J. Washington
| 6.1 - Jalen Williams
|
Assists
| 8.1 - Luka Doncic
| 6.3 - Gilgeous-Alexander
|
Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Prediction and Betting Tips
- Moneyline: Mavericks (+152) vs Thunder (-180)
- Spread: Mavericks (+4.5) vs Thunder (-4.5)
- Total (O/U): Mavericks -110 (O 231) vs Thunder -110 (U 231)
(Note: Odds are correct at the time of writing and likely to change.)
Mavericks vs Thunder Game Prediction
Credits: AP Photo/Nick Wass
The Dallas Mavericks will be playing away from home and the fact that this is the NBA Cup quarter-final means the crowd will be as loud as ever. So, this could prove to be a tough game for Dallas. However, with Luka Doncic back in the lineup, this could go either way. If Doncic and Kyrie get it going early, Shai and his team might not have an answer. We predict that this will be a close game, but the Mavericks should be able to get another win on the board.
ALSO READ: Can Luka Doncic Stay Healthy Enough for the Mavericks to ContendDallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Date, Time, and Venue
Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder will kick off from the Paycom Center on December 10, 2024. The match will go live at 9:30 PM ET.
How to watch Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Streaming details and more
- TV: TNT
- Streaming: Sling, FuboTV and NBA League Pass
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