Mavericks vs. Knicks: A Martin Luther King Jr. Day NBA Battle
The Dallas Mavericks (17-26) and New York Knicks (25-17) are set to face off on Monday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Tip-off is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on NBC/Peacock. Let’s dive into the latest NBA odds from BetMGM Sportsbook and provide our expert picks and predictions for this exciting matchup.
Season Series
The Knicks currently lead the season series 1-0, having secured a narrow 113-111 road win on November 19th.
Team Performance
Dallas Mavericks
The Mavericks are coming off a dominant 138-120 victory over the Utah Jazz on Saturday, covering the 3.5-point spread and hitting the Over (240.5). Klay Thompson led the charge with 23 points and 6 three-pointers. Dallas has won 3 of its last 4 games and has covered in each of those victories. Their overall record against the spread (ATS) is 19-24.
New York Knicks
The Knicks suffered a 106-99 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday, failing to cover as 1-point home favorites. The Under (223.5) hit. Karl-Anthony Towns delivered a strong performance with 23 points and 11 rebounds. However, New York has struggled recently, going 2-8 in their last 10 contests and covering in only 2 of those games. Their ATS record stands at 21-21.
BetMGM Sportsbook Odds (as of 11:07 a.m. ET)
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| Mavericks | Knicks | |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +10.5 (-110) | -10.5 (-110) |
Expert Picks and Predictions
Knicks -10.5 (-110)
Despite recent covering struggles, the Knicks are a formidable 14-7 ATS at Madison Square Garden, according to TeamRankings.com. New York has demonstrated the ability to score consistently, reaching at least 123 points in 6 of their last 13 games. The Mavericks, hampered by key injuries, appear to be at a disadvantage. They are 1-3 ATS in their last 4 games as underdogs and have conceded at least 118 points in three consecutive games. Bet on the Knicks -10.5 (-110).
Over 229.5 (-115)
Both teams possess strong offensive capabilities and are trending towards high-scoring games. The Mavericks have averaged 141 points per game over their last two contests and have hit the Over in three straight. The Knicks, after a lower-scoring outing against the Suns, are poised for a rebound. Take the Over 229.5 (-115).
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