The Denver Nuggets host the Dallas Mavericks, Thursday Feb 10, as the Mavericks look for their 11th straight win. The Nuggets lead the Mavericks 6-4 SU in their last ten meetings. NBA oddsmakers have the Nuggets as -3 point home favorites over the Mavericks with the over/under set at 210.5 points. Be sure to check Mavericks vs Nuggets NBA Point Spreads and get your predictions in early.
The Mavericks (37-15) (17-7 V) have won ten straight and five straight away from home. They currently have the longest active winning streak in the NBA after escaping with another close win. But, they'll have to get by one of the hottest scorers in the league in order to extend their run. Nowitzki, scoring a team-best 22.8 points per game, injured his wrist in the first half Monday and finished with 12 points. He registered 10 on 4-of-14 shooting against the Kings and is likely to play through the injury. The 10-time All Star is averaging 30.7 points in his last three games versus Denver. The Mavericks have taken 16 of 20 from the Nuggets when Nowitzki scores at least 25 points. The Mavs have lost five of seven when allowing more than 100 points. Dallas was defeated in four straight at Denver prior to taking two of the last three — including a 102-101 win Nov. 3 as Nowitzki had 35 points and 12 rebounds.
The Nuggets (30-23) (21-7 H) have lost five of their last ten and have just two wins in seven games. Carmelo Anthony and his Nuggets team look to avoid losing three straight at home for the first time in four seasons. Anthony followed up his season-high 50-point performance Monday against Houston with 29 at Golden State on Wednesday night, but Denver lost both games. The star forward wasn't pleased how the 116-114 loss to the Warriors played out. Anthony is averaging 32.0 points on 53.4 percent shooting in his last six games. Denver has dropped five of seven overall, and although the Nuggets' 121 home wins since the start of the 2007-08 season are the most in the league, they're on the verge of losing a third consecutive contest at the Pepsi Center for the first time since Dec. 31, 2006-Jan. 6, 2007. The Nuggets are averaging an NBA-best 110.3 points at home but could struggle offensively versus Dallas, surrendering just 96.2 points per game on its current winning streak. Denver point guard Chauncey Billups strained his left knee in the first half of Monday's 108-103 home loss to the Rockets and was sidelined Wednesday, but he is expected to play Thursday. Nene returned to the lineup against Golden State after sitting out with the flu Monday and scored 17 points on 6-of-7 shooting. He missed both matchups with Dallas this season due to a groin injury.
Recent Trends to Consider:
- Under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings.
- Mavericks are 3-7 ATS in the last 10 meetings in Denver.
- Mavericks are 4-14 ATS in the last 18 meetings.
- Mavericks are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 after scoring 100 points or more in their previous game.
- Mavericks are 10-3 ATS in their last 13 games as a road underdog of 0.5-4.5.
- Mavericks are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 vs. NBA Northwest.
- Nuggets are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 when their opponent allows 100 points or more in their previous game.
- Nuggets are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games following a S.U. loss.
- Nuggets are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games as a favorite of 0.5-4.5.
Mavericks vs Nuggets
When: Thursday, Feb 10, 10:30 PM ET
Pick: Mavericks +3
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The Bottom Line: The Mavs are hotter and more confident, while the Nuggets can’t gel as a team. Be sure to check Mavericks vs Nuggets Basketball Point Spreads and get your predictions in early.
