The Dallas Mavericks (33-33) and the San Antonio Spurs (26-37) are set to battle it out on Wednesday night in what promises to be a thrilling Western Conference showdown. Both teams are desperate for a win, with the Mavericks trying to shake off their recent slump and the Spurs aiming to snap an extended losing streak. While the Mavs have dominated this matchup in recent years, the Spurs will be looking to use their home-court advantage to turn the tide. With key players like Kyrie Irving and Stephon Castle taking center stage, this game could have serious playoff implications. Let’s break down this matchup and uncover today’s NBA top picks.
| Dallas Mavericks vs San Antonio Spurs Game Info | |
| When: | Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Frost Bank Center |
| TV: | Mavs.com |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
Dallas Mavericks (33-33) vs. San Antonio Spurs (26-37)
The Mavericks come into this game struggling, losing four of their last five games. Their most recent victory, however, was against these very Spurs in a thrilling 133-129 shootout on March 10. Prior to that, Dallas suffered a rough stretch, including a 116-125 loss to Phoenix, a 111-122 defeat at the hands of Memphis, and an absolute blowout by Milwaukee, where they fell 107-137. A 98-122 loss to Sacramento earlier this month highlighted the Mavericks’ defensive struggles. Kyrie Irving has been the consistent force for Dallas, but he will need help from his supporting cast if the Mavericks want to turn things around on the road, where they have been just 4-12 in their last 16 games.
On the other side, the Spurs have been in an even worse funk, dropping four of their last five. Their most recent loss came at the hands of Dallas in a 133-129 barnburner, extending their losing streak in this matchup to seven straight games. Before that, they were dismantled by Minnesota, 124-141, and Sacramento took care of business against them with a 127-109 victory. Their lone bright spot came in a 127-113 win over Brooklyn, but they quickly reverted to their losing ways with a crushing 132-146 defeat to Oklahoma City. Despite their struggles, the Spurs have shown they can put up points, and with the total set at 237.5, expect another high-scoring affair.
Why the Mavericks Will Win
- Dallas has dominated this matchup, winning seven straight games against San Antonio.
- The Mavericks are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games against the Spurs.
- Kyrie Irving continues to be a scoring machine, averaging 24.7 PPG with 4.6 APG.
- The Spurs have lost eight straight home games against Dallas.
- The total has gone OVER in 10 of the last 13 meetings between these teams.
NBA Odds/Point Spread: Spurs -5.5, Total Odds: 237.5
The Spurs enter as 5.5-point favorites, but given their recent struggles against Dallas, that line may be a bit generous. Dallas’ recent ATS record isn’t great, but they’ve covered well against San Antonio. The total set at 237.5 suggests oddsmakers expect another high-scoring contest. If you’re looking for value, the Mavericks at +5.5 may be worth consideration, and the OVER looks appealing given both teams’ recent trends.
Dallas Mavericks Betting Trends
- 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games.
- The total has gone OVER in 4 of their last 6.
- 1-5 SU in their last 6 games.
- 7-0 SU in their last 7 games against San Antonio.
- 4-12 SU in their last 16 road games.
San Antonio Spurs Betting Trends
- 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games.
- The total has gone OVER in 6 straight games.
- 2-8 SU in their last 10 games.
- The total has gone OVER in 10 of their last 13 against Dallas.
- 0-8 SU in their last 8 home games vs. Dallas.
Dallas Mavericks vs. San Antonio Spurs 3/12/25 Betting Picks
Given the recent dominance of Dallas in this matchup, it’s hard to back the Spurs, even with the home-court advantage. The Mavericks’ ATS record may not be pretty, but they consistently show up against San Antonio. If Kyrie Irving gets hot, and Dallas can maintain defensive discipline, they could easily win outright despite being underdogs. Meanwhile, San Antonio has shown it can put up points but struggles to close out games, making them a risky play as favorites.
For betting picks, taking Dallas +5.5 seems like a smart move, given their dominance in the head-to-head matchup. The total of 237.5 also looks primed to go OVER, considering both teams’ recent scoring trends. If you’re looking at prop bets, consider Irving’s points over, as he will likely be the focal point of the Dallas offense.