The Dallas Mavericks (28-26) play the 2nd contest in a 5-game road trip against the Utah Jazz (27-27) on Monday. Tip-off from Vivint Smart Home Arena is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Mavericks vs. Jazz odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
The Mavericks made a huge splash over the weekend, acquiring Kyrie Irving from the Brooklyn Nets for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith and a slew of draft picks. However, Irving won’t be ready for Monday’s contest, instead joining his new club Wednesday.
To make matters worse for the Mavs, star Luka Doncic (heel) has also been ruled out, and Christian Wood (thumb) is questionable. As such, the Mavs will have a short bench, relying upon the likes of Reggie Bullock, Josh Green, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Jaden Hardy.
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