Toronto-raptors vs Dallas Mavericks Picks and Predictions December 7th 2024

Toronto-Raptors vs Dallas Mavericks December 7th 2024

Tip-off for this non-conference matchup between the Mavericks and Raptors is set for 7:30 ET at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. The Mavericks are currently favored by 9 points and have a moneyline of -400. The over/under line for this game is 234.5.

As for the Raptors, they are currently 12th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 7-16. The Mavericks are 3rd in the West and have won 6 straight games.

Mavericks vs. Raptors Key Information

Dallas improved to 15-8 on the season with a dominant 137-101 road win over the Wizards on Thursday. The Mavericks, who were favored by 13.5 points, covered the spread with ease, winning by 36. The game’s total of 238 points went over the 232-point line.

A 15-0 run early in the game helped Dallas break open a 6-6 tie, and they never looked back. They outscored Washington 31-22 in the 1st quarter, 37-28 in the 2nd, 34-27 in the 3rd, and 35-24 in the 4th, entering the final period with a 102-77 lead.

The Mavericks put up 137 points in their win over the Wizards, shooting 53.9% from the field and hitting 20 threes at a 52.6% clip. Kyrie Irving led the way with 25 points, including 13 in the 2nd quarter, while Luka Doncic added 21 points and 10 assists despite shooting just 41.2%.

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Daniel Gafford contributed 16 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter. Jaden Hardy scored all 13 of his points in the 4th, and Quentin Grimes added 5 of his 14 points in the final period.

The Mavericks put together a strong defensive performance on Thursday, holding the Wizards to 101 points while limiting them to 22 points in the 1st quarter and 24 in the 4th. Overall, Dallas allowed 28 points in the 2nd and 27 in the 3rd, but their defense remained solid throughout.

Dallas held the Wizards to 39% shooting from the field, including 32% from three-point range, where Washington made 13 threes. The Mavericks also sent the Wizards to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 10. Dallas grabbed 45 defensive rebounds, gave up 12 offensive boards, and added 8 steals and 12 blocks.

The Raptors dropped to 7-16 on the season following a 129-92 loss to the Thunder on Thursday. Despite being +10 point underdogs, Toronto failed to cover the spread in the 37-point loss. The game’s total of 221 points fell short of the 227-point O/U line.

After a 13-0 run by the Thunder early in the game, Toronto struggled to recover. The Raptors were outscored 34-17 in the 1st quarter and trailed 99-65 going into the 4th. Oklahoma City continued to dominate, winning each quarter and closing out the game by outscoring Toronto 30-27 in the final period.

In their 129-92 loss to the Thunder, the Raptors shot just 35.6% from the field and struggled from beyond the arc, hitting 24.4% of their threes. They made 11 threes in the game, an average number for them.

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Jonathan Mogbo and RJ Barrett each scored 17 points, with Barrett grabbing 11 rebounds despite shooting 31.2%. Gradey Dick added 15 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip.

Defensively, the Raptors struggled against the Thunder, allowing 129 points in a 129-92 loss. Toronto gave up at least 30 points in every quarter, including 34 in the 1st and 33 in the 2nd. Oklahoma City shot 48% from the field.

The Raptors also allowed 17 three-pointers on 36% shooting. The Thunder went 14/17 from the free-throw line. Toronto had 39 defensive rebounds but gave up 13 offensive boards, while also recording 5 steals and 7 blocks.

For a pick on the point-spread in this Mavericks vs. Raptors matchup, our bet is to grab the Raptors at +9. Even though our projections have the Mavericks winning 133-132, we see the Raptors as the play on the point-spread.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 234.5 and our model has the Mavericks and Raptors finishing with a combined 265 points. Our pick is to take the over.

Mavericks Eye Seventh Straight Win in Matchup with Raptors

The Dallas Mavericks will aim for their season-best seventh consecutive victory when they face the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night in Toronto.

Mavericks Riding High

Dallas (14-4) enters the contest in sizzling form, having won 10 of its last 11 games. The Mavericks opened their current three-game road trip with a dominant 137-101 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday, showcasing their offensive depth and stellar teamwork.

Luka Doncic led the way with his first triple-double of the season, recording 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. The performance marked the 78th triple-double of Doncic’s career, tying him with Wilt Chamberlain and James Harden for seventh on the all-time list.

“I finally got one,” Doncic said postgame. “Just to be up there mentioned with those great names, it’s unbelievable to me. I never take it for granted.”

Kyrie Irving contributed a game-high 25 points in just 25 minutes, while eight Mavericks scored in double figures in a game they controlled from start to finish.

“Chemistry, I think, is one of the most important things in teams like this,” Doncic said. “Everybody gets along. And it’s just fun to play with these guys on the floor.”

Raptors Reeling from Blowout

Toronto (11-9) will look to bounce back from a humbling 129-92 home loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday, which snapped their four-game home winning streak.

The Raptors were plagued by 20 turnovers, 15 of which were the result of Thunder steals. Coach Darko Rajakovic pointed to Oklahoma City’s aggressive defense as the key factor in the lopsided defeat.

“They made us turn the ball over, so there’s going to be a lot of good film for us to learn from this,” Rajakovic said.

The Raptors also missed starting center Jakob Poeltl, who was sidelined due to illness. In his absence, Jonathan Mogbo stepped up with a career-best 17 points off the bench.

“It was really good for me tonight to see Jonathan Mogbo in an expanded role,” Rajakovic said. “But yeah, we missed (Poeltl) tonight.”

Standout Performers

For the Mavericks, Doncic continues to be the engine driving their success, complemented by Irving’s scoring and leadership. Doncic’s ability to control the game in all facets has drawn praise from head coach Jason Kidd.

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“When you talk about Luka’s ability to have the handprint that he can have on the game in a sense of passing, rebounding and scoring, he does all three things at a very high level,” Kidd said.

For the Raptors, RJ Barrett recorded his fifth double-double of the season against Oklahoma City with 17 points and 11 rebounds. Scottie Barnes added his sixth double-double of the season with 12 points and 12 rebounds. Both players will be key if Toronto hopes to upset Dallas.

Key Storylines

• Dallas’ Depth: The Mavericks’ ability to involve multiple players in scoring and rebounding has been a cornerstone of their recent success.
• Turnover Troubles: Toronto must address its turnover issues against a disciplined Dallas defense.
• Poeltl’s Status: The Raptors’ chances of rebounding could hinge on whether Jakob Poeltl is available to play.

The Mavericks will aim to continue their winning ways, while the Raptors seek to learn from their struggles and protect their home court in this intriguing matchup.