Prediction in Dallas!
Dallas have won 6 of their first 10 games, compared with Indiana’s 3–7 record. The Mavericks also won the first meeting this season 121–105, while Indiana continue to play without star point guard Tyrese Haliburton. One statistical model projects Dallas to win by around 15 points.
Match: Mavericks vs Pacers
League / Competition: NBA
Our Pick: Mavericks -3,5
Odds: 2.05
Market: Handicap
Analyst Confidence: 4/5
Dallas have a good opportunity to secure another victory against Indiana after already beating the Pacers 121–105 earlier this season. The Mavericks have made a stronger start to the campaign, winning six of their first ten games, while Indiana have struggled with only three victories in ten outings.
The absence of Tyrese Haliburton is a major problem for the Pacers. Without their star playmaker, Indiana lose an important source of creativity and offensive organisation. Dallas have the advantage in individual quality and should be able to exploit that weakness.
The Mavericks are also coming off a convincing victory over Brooklyn, winning 130–93. With home-court advantage and a favourable matchup, Dallas should have enough quality to win by more than three points.