Brooklyn Nets @ Dallas Mavericks | Week 8 Game Preview

When: Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 7:30PM ET.

Where: American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX.

How: NBA League Pass.

Spread: Nets -4.

Total: 215.

Odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook

Nets Spotlight

The Brooklyn Nets just blew a 4th quarter lead against the Chicago Bulls in their last game, losing as 2.5-point favorites at home. On the road, the Net’s offense has been one of the best where they rank 3rd in points per game and field goal percentage, and 1st in 3-point shooting. Defensively on the road they’ve been solid as well ranking 13th in points allowed, 2nd in field goal percentage, 1st in 3-point shooting, and 18th in rebounding. 

Mavericks Spotlight

The Dallas Mavericks continue their fall from grace, losing their second straight game, while losing four of their last five games and going 1-4 ATS. At home, the Mavericks rank 24th in points per game, 16th in field goal percentage, and 18th in 3-point shooting. Defensively at home, the Mavericks have been more respectable as they rank 13th in points allowed, 2nd in field goal percentage, 1st in 3-point shooting, and 18th in rebounding. 

Final Say

Although the Nets are 1-6-1 ATS in their last eight games, they are 6-2 SU during that span, so they are playing winning basketball, it’s just taking Vegas a little time to weight their spread. The Mavericks are a better 3-5 ATS in their last eight games, but just 2-6 SU during that span. The Nets have been a better team on the road, as compared to at home, where they are 8-2 SU and 5-5 ATS. They even play defense on the road, to go with one of the best offenses on the road, then you have the Mavericks who are shooting just 38% from the field in their last two games. The Mavericks are 3-12 ATS in their last 15 games at home, and 0-5 ATS in their last five games versus an Eastern Conference Opponent. Rolling with the better team here.

Pick: Brooklyn Nets -4