After the NBA Opening Night doubleheader that concludes with a California clash, we have another in-state rivalry featured in tonight's huge 12-game slate. It’s one taking place in Texas, one that is the second game of the ESPN doubleheader, and one that means we’re here to provide you with our best Spurs vs. Mavericks predictions.

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Spurs vs. Mavericks Predictions for NBA on ESPN, 10/22

It’s going to be the first full season WITHOUT Luka Doncic in Dallas, and after the Victor Wembanyama shoulder injury last season, San Antonio is hoping that it will be a full season WITH the Frenchman. The other huge name to note is that of the Mavs’ Kyrie Irving, who will still be recovering from his torn ACL.

Wemby isn’t the only premier youngster in this matchup, either. Dallas will be featuring #1 overall pick Cooper Flagg. The Duke product is listed as the team’s small forward, but be prepared to see him play just about every position, including handling the ball a bit until Kyrie Irving gets back.

Speaking of guys needing to get back, that will affect any Spurs vs. Mavericks predictions. San Antonio won’t have a healthy D’Aaron Fox handling the rock. With so many variables at play, we see the books expecting a game that’s all but a toss-up. With that in mind, we’ll be looking elsewhere for our Spurs vs. Mavericks picks. 
 

 

 

Spurs vs. Mavericks Best Bet: Harrison Barnes Over 9.5 Points (-103 at Novig)

With the hype surrounding the aforementioned Cooper Flagg, there is sure to be plenty of fans targeting the youngster to show out. That said, we see the oddsmakers using that to inflate their lines, as his points prop is listed at around 16.5 points. We won’t be taking that route for our Spurs vs. Mavericks predictions.

He may very well prove us wrong, but we want to see it first. After all, he scored 10, 11 (twice), and 13 points in four preseason games if you’d like to put any stock in those outings. Instead, we’re going to turn our attention to the Spurs side of the game, and surprisingly, not with the ever-growing Wemby.

We’ve got our eyes on Harrison Barnes and the value in the prop markets. We’re not saying that he’s an all-time, elite scorer, but expecting double digits from the forward is not even remotely out of the question. He averaged 16 points per game in four meetings with Dallas last season, and with no D’Aaron Fox, even more responsibility is on his shoulders.

That average would also be far greater if not for an outlier night of just four points, playing just 24 minutes. You could also consider adding over 1.5 threes to your Spurs vs. Mavericks picks at a great plus-money price; Barnes made eight against Dallas last season.

We’re not going to go that route, but a couple of those certainly make it easier to get to 10+ points. Therefore, the best bet from our Spurs vs. Mavericks predictions is Harrison Barnes over 9.5 points (-103 at Novig)
 

 

 

How To Watch Spurs vs. Mavericks Tonight

The first iteration of this Texas showdown is a home one for Jason Kidd’s squad - here’s how to watch Spurs vs. Mavericks tonight:

  • Where: American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX
  • When: 9:30 PM ET on 10/22
  • Watch on TV: ESPN
  • Where to stream: ESPN+
     
 

 

Spurs vs. Mavericks Odds, Spreads, Total & Betting Lines

As we’ve noted, the Spurs vs. Mavericks odds for tonight at Novig Sportsbook don’t have use wanting to sweat out a winner, and here are the latest lines:

 

 

Spurs vs. Mavericks Injury Report & Latest News

We couldn’t even start breaking down our Spurs vs. Mavericks predictions without noting injuries, given how notable they are. In San Antonio, D’Aaron Fox is the most significant, followed by Jeremy Sochan, and even Kelly Olynyk is even listed as day-to-day.

Regarding Spurs vs. Mavericks injury news in Dallas, it’s primarily only Kyrie Irving, but Dante Exum and Daniel Gafford also come with a day-to-day tag. You can monitor all of those guys and the rest of the league with the Fantasy Alarm NBA injury report!

 

 

 

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