Dallas Mavericks vs Washington Wizards Prediction, Preview, & Odds – 12/5/2024

• Date: December 5, 2024
• Venue: Capital One Arena

Betting Odds

Dallas Mavericks vs Washington Wizards Win Probabilities

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Dallas Mavericks vs Washington Wizards Betting Preview

As the Dallas Mavericks prepare to face off against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena, the odds are heavily stacked in favor of the Mavericks. With a record of 14-8, Dallas is riding high on a five-game winning streak, most recently securing a 121-116 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. In stark contrast, the Wizards are struggling with a dismal 2-17 record and are in the midst of a 15-game losing streak, having last fallen to the Cleveland Cavaliers 118-87.

The Mavericks are massive favorites, with a point spread of -14.0. The moneyline further underscores their dominance, sitting at -950, which translates to an implied win probability of 88%. Meanwhile, the Wizards are long shots with a moneyline of +680, reflecting just a 12% chance of victory.

For bettors eyeing player props, Dereck Lively II's points market has garnered significant attention. The over/under is set at 9.5 points, priced at -110. Sharp bettors are leaning towards the Over, believing it offers value and is potentially mispriced.

Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET on Thursday night, and despite being on the road, Dallas is expected to continue their winning ways against a Washington team desperately searching for answers. As the Mavericks look to extend their winning streak, the Wizards will aim to defy the odds and snap their losing skid in front of their home crowd.

Dallas Mavericks vs Washington Wizards Prediction

Final Score: Dallas Mavericks 126.53 vs Washington Wizards 102.64

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