| New Orleans Hornets vs Dallas Mavericks NBA Prediction |
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Thursday, 05 March 2009
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 The New Orleans Hornets are riding a five game win streak, while the Dallas Mavericks have won four of five. The New Orleans Hornets (37-22) host the Dallas Mavericks (37-24) for some high flying NBA action. The Mavericks were 0-5 SU last season against the Hornets. NBA oddsmakers at Sportsbook.com have the Hornets as -6 ½ point home favs over the Mavericks with the over/under set at 196 points. Get your New Orleans Hornets vs Dallas Mavericks NBA Prediction in now at Sportsbook.comThe Mavericks recently beat the Spurs 107-102 at home. Their top producers on the night were Josh Howard with 29pts, while Dirk Nowitzki added 24pts 12 rebounds and Jason Kidd helped out with 17pts nine assists. Dallas is one of nine teams realistically fighting for eight spots in the West playoff picture, but the Mavericks didn't look like contenders in a 96-87 loss at Oklahoma City on Monday night, falling behind by as much as 23pts. The Mavericks were 0-5 SU last season against the Hornets, including three losses in a first-round playoff series won by the Hornets in five games. The Mavericks had won their previous 10 road games against the Hornets. The Mavs are 14-16 SU on the road where they average 97.3 ppg and give up an average 99 ppg. They are 1-4 SU in their last five road games where they’ve averaged 88.2 ppg and given up an average 98.4 ppg. The Hornets recently beat the 76ers 98-91 on the road. Their top scorers on the night were David West with 30pts 10 rebounds, while Chris Paul added 16pts 12 assists and Rasual Butler chipped in with 16pts 10 rebounds. New Orleans is one game ahead of Dallas in the fight for the postseason thanks to its season-high five-game winning streak. The Hornets are 21-9 SU at home where they average 96.3 ppg and give up an average 90.9 ppg. They are 4-1 SU in their last five home games where they’ve averaged 96 ppg and given up an average 90.4 ppg. The Hornets delivered when it counted in their only previous meeting with the Mavericks this season, outscoring them 25-18 in the fourth quarter to take a 104-97 road victory Jan. 14. Point guard Chris Paul had 33 points, 11 assists, 10 rebounds and seven steals for his second consecutive triple-double against Dallas. Recent Trends to Consider:
New Orleans Hornets vs Dallas Mavericks NBA Prediction When: Thurs, Mar 5, 2009 8:00 PM ET Line: Sportsbook.com Pick: Mavs +6 ½ Point-Spreads.com New Orleans Hornets vs Dallas Mavericks NBA Prediction The Bottom Line: The Mavs are rejuvenated with Howard back in the lineup and they just beat the Spurs, big boost. The Mavs will cover the spread. Go Mavs! Get your New Orleans Hornets vs Dallas Mavericks NBA Prediction in now at Sportsbook.com and receive a 10% sign-up bonus on your initial deposit!                        |
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