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Dallas vs Minnesota. NBA match prediction
On January 23, the Mavericks and Timberwolves will play at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. Both teams continue to fight to strengthen their positions in the Western Conference standings. Dallas is struggling due to the absence of Luka Doncic, but is trying to remain competitive thanks to the efforts of Kyrie Irving. Minnesota, in turn, is also in a difficult position, alternating successful matches with failures. Will the hosts be able to take advantage of the home advantage and interrupt their losing streak? - read our betting tip
Command Analysis
Dallas Mavericks
USACurrent form
The Mavericks are in a difficult situation after a series of losses that have dropped the team outside the top 6 of the Western Conference. In the last five games, Jason Kidd team has won only one victory, beating Oklahoma (106:98), and suffered losses in the rest of the games. The absence of Luka Doncic has seriously affected the team performance. However, Kyrie Irving is trying to compensate for this loss by taking on leadership responsibilities. In the match against Oklahoma, Irving scored 25 points, but this is not enough to achieve stability yet.
Dallas' problem is the lack of clear teamwork and weak defense. At the same time, the team looks much more confident at home than on the road, which is their main advantage before the match with Minnesota. Head coach Jason Kidd expects his players to give their all, because only victories will help the team return to the race for high positions.
Disqualifications and injuries
Luka Doncic, Quentin Grimes and Derek Lively will not play in the next game due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Mavericks have won 3 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
Projected lineup: Washington - Thompson, Gafford - Dunwiddie, Irving.
Minnesota Timberwolves
USACurrent form
The Timberwolves continue to fight for a place in the top 6, but the instability of the results prevents the team from gaining a foothold among the leaders. Chris Finch charges lost two games in a row, losing to Cleveland (124:117) and Memphis (106:108). In both games, the Wolves demonstrated a good game in attack, but weak defense and mistakes in decisive moments prevented them from achieving victories.
Anthony Edwards was especially notable for his 28 points against Cleveland and remains the team main offensive weapon. However, Minnesota needs to improve its communication and focus on defense to succeed, especially against a dangerous team like Dallas. The away status of the game adds to the difficulty, as the team has been less consistent on the road.
Disqualifications and injuries
The team approaches the confrontation with an optimal line-up.
Interesting facts for betting
Wolves have lost only once in their last five away matches.
Projected lineup: Randle - McDaniels, Gobert - Conley, Edwards.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Dallas win
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games, the Mavericks have won in the first quarter.
2.06Bet 1st quarter: total over 53.5 points
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games, more than 53 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.65Tip and bets
In this match, Minnesota will try to impose a fight on a motivated opponent, but the lack of stability may work against them. It is important for Chris Finch charges to rehabilitate themselves after the latest defeats, because their pursuers, such as Golden State, are already nipping at their heels. On the other hand, Dallas is in a critical situation, and for them this match is a great opportunity to interrupt the unsuccessful series and regain confidence in their abilities.
Key players in the Mavericks' game will be Kyrie Irving, P.J. Washington, and Klay Thompson, who should prove themselves on the courts, especially at home. The home atmosphere and the support of the stands also add to the hosts' chances of success. We believe that Dallas will be able to take advantage of their home court advantage and win.
Our prediction is a Dallas win with overtime at 2.00
Bet on total
It is unlikely that this meeting will be productive. Both teams are not in the best shape and have problems with organizing attacking actions. Considering that the opponents will focus on achieving a result, a bet on the total under looks logical.
Betting Tip - total under 219.5 points for 1.66
Bet on statistics
Despite Anthony Edwards' efforts, Minnesota could face serious difficulties against a defense-minded Dallas team. Given the visitors' current form, the likelihood of them breaking the individual total is extremely low.
Prediction - Minnesota individual total under 109.5 points for 1.80
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