The'Phoenix Suns (33-22) visit the Dallas Mavericks (32-23) Thursday. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Suns vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Tied 1-1
Phoenix entered the All-Star break coming off a 116-100 win over the Detroit Pistons Feb. 14 while covering as a 13.5-point home favorite. The Suns were led by F Kevin Durant'and his 25 points on an efficient 8-of-13 night from the field; the Suns had 4 players score in double figures. Phoenix has won back-to-back games and is 5-1 in its last 6.
Dallas covered as an 11.5-point home favorite in a 116-93 rout of the San Antonio Spurs Feb. 14 before the break. G Kyrie Irving'scored 34 points on 15-of-22 shooting. The Mavs have won 6 consecutive games and have covered the spread in 5 of 6.