The reigning NBA champion Denver Nuggets (47-20, 20-14 away) are atop the Western Conference and fighting for their sixth straight road victory when they visit the Dallas Mavericks. This nationally televised game is exactly the kind of signature win the Mavs are looking for, as it would eliminate any remaining vibes from the skid after the All Star break. As Luka Doncic is listed as questionable as of this writing, we will approach this game assuming he will play, but be warned, everything changes if it is announced as a game decision. With that warning, let’s analyze the value of lines and accessories.
Game Details
Fixture: Denver Nuggets vs. Dallas Mavericks | March 17, 2024, 2:30 p.m. CST
Location: American Airlines Center | Dallas, TX
Chances of result
- Spread: Nuggets -3 (-110)
- O/U 225.5
- Mavs ML: +124
Odds current as of 12:15 a.m. CST from DraftKings
Gamer accessories
- Michael Porter Jr. on 22.5 points + rebounds (-125)
- Kyrie Irving over 4.5 assists (-120)
MPJ has a slight leaning towards the road on his rebounding number and aside from some stinkers against the Warriors and Bucks – he has been scoring well on the road for a while now. If enabled, this should head pretty comfortably towards a green check mark.
Covering a team and watching almost every game is a different betting experience than handicapping a team you don’t follow closely. Part of the benefit of this close-up view is the ability to have bright moments throughout the season. In that vein, even before Doncic’s hamstring issue, it felt like Irving’s connection with his teammates (including new additions) had been reestablished. In case Luka can’t make it or his day is cut short, it should happen easily. Even if number 77 remains as Maverick fans hope, this prop looks like a good read. Take back 4.5 assists for Irving.
Game of the day
- Luka Doncic over 51.5 points + rebounds + assists (-130)
This is the third meeting between these two teams. Denver is looking for its third win and if pressed to give up a side, take the Nuggets. Yet a more Dallas-centric Game of the Day follows Luka’s return after a brief respite to resume his strong performance against Denver. In the previous two losses, PRA totals of 52 and 57 were both on the road. Here we have Luka at 51.5 needing 52 with the support of a local audience and his desire to put on a show for the ABC cameras. To book.
