Dallas Mavericks vs Toronto Raptors Matchup

Read our Mavericks vs Raptors prediction for this NBA regular season game in Toronto. Check out who we like to win and cover the spread in this NBA matchup.

  • The Mavericks make their way to Toronto at 15-8.
  • Dallas has an effective field goal percentage of 56% (5th).
  • The Mavericks are coming off a 137-101 win vs. the Raptors.
  • The Raptors have a 7-16 so far this season.
  • Defensively, Toronto are giving up 117.0 points per game.
  • The Raptors are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Mavericks.

Mavericks vs Raptors Prediction

The Dallas Mavericks are favored by 9 points in their matchup against the Toronto Raptors. The over/under line is set at 234.5 points.

This non-conference matchup tips off at 7:30 ET and can be seen on SN. The Mavericks come into this game with a 15-8 record and are currently on a 6-game win streak. Meanwhile, the Raptors are 7-16 and sit in 12th place in the Eastern Conference.

Mavericks vs. Raptors Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Dallas Mavericks at Toronto Raptors
  • Where: Toronto at Scotiabank Arena
  • Date: Saturday, December 7th
  • Betting Odds DAL -9, DAL -400 | TOR +314 O/U 234.5

Mavericks Preview: Will Dallas Be The Talk of Scotiabank Arena?

The Mavericks improved to 15-8 this season with a dominant 137-101 win over the Wizards on Thursday. Dallas, favored by -13.5 points, covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points of 238 went over the pre-game line of 232.

Dallas took control early with a 15-0 run, breaking a 6-6 tie and jumping to a 21-6 lead. They consistently outscored Washington each quarter, including a 35-24 edge in the 4th after entering the period up 102-77.

The Mavericks put up 137 points in their win over the Wizards, shooting 53.9% from the field. They connected on 20 threes at a 52.6% clip.

Kyrie Irving led the way with 25 points, 13 of which came in the 2nd quarter. Luka Doncic added 21 points and 10 assists, while Jaden Hardy scored all 13 of his points in the 4th quarter.

The Mavericks put together a strong defensive performance, holding the Wizards to 101 points on 39% shooting. Dallas allowed 22 points in the 1st quarter, followed by 28 in the 2nd, 27 in the 3rd, and 24 in the 4th.

From beyond the arc, the Mavericks limited Washington to 13 threes on 32% shooting. The Wizards also went 10/15 from the free-throw line. Dallas grabbed 45 defensive rebounds, gave up 12 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 12 blocks.

Raptors Preview: Will the Raptors Find a Way to Win at Home?

The Mavericks improved to 15-8 with a dominant 137-101 road win over the Wizards on Thursday. Dallas, favored by -13.5, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 238 points went over the 232-point line.

Dallas broke the game open early with a 15-0 run, turning a 6-6 tie into a 21-6 lead. They outscored Washington in each quarter, including a 35-24 edge in the 4th after entering the period up 102-77.

The Raptors struggled offensively in their 129-92 loss to the Thunder, shooting just 35.6% from the field and 24.4% from three-point range. Jonathan Mogbo and RJ Barrett led Toronto with 17 points each, with Barrett grabbing 11 rebounds despite shooting 31.2%.

Gradey Dick added 15 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip. Barrett scored 11 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Mogbo contributed 7 in the final period.

The Raptors struggled defensively against the Thunder, allowing 129 points in a tough loss. Toronto gave up at least 30 points in every quarter, with Oklahoma City shooting 48% from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Thunder hit 17 threes at a 36% clip. The Raptors sent Oklahoma City to the line 17 times, where they made 14 free throws. Toronto recorded 39 defensive rebounds but allowed 13 offensive boards, along with 5 steals and 7 blocks.

Mavericks vs Raptors Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Dallas has played well in their previous three road games, going 3-0 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 126 points per game while allowing 108. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-0.
  • Toronto has a 1-4 record in their last five home games. In this stretch, they averaged 112 points per game while allowing 112. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-2.
  • Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the Raptors have a straight up record of 5-5. But, their mark vs the spread was just 7-3.
  • Through their last three games as the favorite, the Mavericks have an ATS record of 3-0 and a straight up mark of 3-0.

Mavericks vs Raptors Prediction

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