Washington Wizards vs. Dallas Mavericks Betting Prediction 10/23/19

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The Dallas Mavericks, 8.5-point favorites, welcome the Washington Wizards to American Airlines Center to commence the new season. The game gets underway at 8:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, October 23, 2019.

Washington Wizards vs. Dallas Mavericks Betting Odds

Last season, Washington was unable make the playoffs following a 32-50 regular season campaign. Dallas also failed to make the playoffs after a 33-49 regular season campaign.

The Wizards had records of 32-50 straight up (SU) and 38-48-2 against the spread (ATS) last season. Washington games had a slight tendency to go under the projected point total (52.3 percent).

On the other side, the Mavericks were 33-49 SU and 41-40-1 ATS last season. In accordance with Washington, just over half of Dallas’ games finished under the O/U total.

It could be a mistake-prone game for the Dallas offense. In the 2018-19 season, Dallas ranked 21st in the league in ball protection (turnover percentage of 13.4 percent), while the pesky defense of Washington forced the sixth-most turnovers in the NBA (14.4 percent).

Washington Wizards at Dallas Mavericks ATS Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Wizards, ATS Winner – Wizards, O/U – Under

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • The Wizards rank 21st in blocks per game (4.6) while the Mavericks rank 25th (4.3).
  • Washington ranks sixth in points off turnovers per game (17.7) while Dallas ranks 28th (14.5).
  • The Wizards rank fifth in assists per game (26.3) while the Mavericks rank 22nd (23.4).
  • Dallas averages 36.6 three pointers per game, which ranks fourth in the NBA. Washington ranks 19th in three pointers allowed per game (32.8).
  • Dallas ranks 13th in rebounds allowed per game (44.8) while Washington ranks 28th (47.3).
  • The Wizards rank seventh in steals per game (8.3) while the Mavericks rank 28th (6.5).
  • The Wizards average 14.1 fast break points per game, which ranks 14th in the league. The Mavericks rank 29th in fast break points allowed per game (16.7).
  • Dallas averages 12.9 second chance points per game, which ranks 20th in the league. Washington ranks 22nd in second chance points allowed per game (14.1).
  • Dallas ranks 11th in points allowed in the paint per game (47.8) while Washington ranks 29th (52.1).
  • In games where they allow under 100 points, Washington is 10-0 and Dallas is 11-4.
  • In games where they score above 100 points, the Wizards are 30-43 and the Mavericks are 32-37.