NBA Odds: Kings-Mavericks prediction, odds, pick and more

The Kings are heading to their 16th straight losing season. They are four games behind the no. 10 seed with just 17 games remaining. The Kings defeated the San Antonio Spurs 115-112. Dallas is coming off a 122-113 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. Luka Doncic scored 41 points and Spencer Dinwiddie had 17 points.

The Kings have talented players like Domantas Sabonis, De'Aaron Fox, Harrison Barnes and Richaun Holmes. They have a better than average win-loss record against the spread. Since the All-Star break, they’ve been averaging 112.2 points, while Dallas is at 111.8 points. The Kings lost the first meeting, 105-99, but they took the next game, 95-94. Dallas won the third game 112-96.

The Mavericks have won more games on the defensive end than on offense this season. Since the All-Star break, they have climbed to 7th in offensive rating. Luka Doncic is injured and Maxi Kleber is out. The Mavericks are 21-11 at home and 27-15 against West teams this year. Spencer Dinwiddie and Jalen Brunson could step up in case Lukas is unavailable.

Dallas has a better record despite injuries. If Luka Doncic is available, go with Dallas. Spencer Dinwiddie has been on fire and has shown his capability of going off with a bigger offensive load.