Mavericks vs Knicks odds, injury report, predictions, TV channel for Dec. 27
By Tyler Watts
The Dallas Mavericks host the New York Knicks for the only time this season. Luka Doncic and company dominated the first meeting at Madison Square Garden, and fans know the Mavs will be fired up to face their former teammate Jalen Brunson.
The Knicks have lost three straight and Brunson suffered a hip injury on Christmas Day. The former Mavericks point guard is questionable for Tuesday’s game, and fans will have to wait for further updates on his status closer to tipoff.
Can Dallas keep their three-game winning streak alive with a win over the Knicks, despite being shorthanded? Here is a look at the odds, how to watch, and more on Dec. 27 contest.
Dallas Mavericks vs New York Knicks odds, spread, over/under
According to the FanDuel Sportsbook, the Mavs are 5.5-point favorites heading into Tuesday’s game, and they sit at minus-225 on the moneyline. The over/under for the contest is not posted as FanDuel wants for injury updates.
Luka Doncic has an over/under of 30.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 9.5 assists heading into the contest. Can number 77 pick up his seventh triple-double of the season? If so, fans can cash in. Be sure to check out FanDuel for all the prop bets you desire.
Dallas Mavericks vs New York Knicks injury report
The Mavs again ruled out Maxi Kleber (hamstring), Dorian Finney-Smith (adductor), and Josh Green (elbow). Kemba Walker (knee) and Frank Ntilikina (knee) are listed as questionable on the NBA’s official injury report.
Jalen Brunson is questionable for the Knicks after suffering a hip injury on Christmas Day. It is his lone visit to Dallas this season, so fans can bet JB will do everything in his power to be on the court against his former team. The Knicks ruled out Obi Toppin (leg), Trevor Keels (G League), and DaQuan Jeffries (G League) for Tuesday’s game against the Mavs.
Be sure to check social media just before tip-off for all the latest updates.
Dallas Mavericks vs New York Knicks how to watch
Start time: 7:30 p.m. CT or 8:30 p.m. ET
TV channels: NBA TV (National), Bally Sports Southwest- Dallas (Mavericks local market), MSG (Knicks local market)
How to watch online: Bally Sports plus or NBA League Pass
Dallas Mavericks vs New York Knicks predictions
Luka Doncic explodes for 37 points and falls just one rebound shy of a triple-double as the Mavericks sweep the season series from the Knicks. The 23-year-old superstar is unstoppable as he carves up New York’s defense from the opening tipoff on Tuesday night.
Tim Hardaway Jr. catches fire against his former team as he goes for 24 points and makes six 3-pointers on Dec. 27 as the Mavericks cruise to their fourth straight victory.
Dallas Mavericks' next game and schedule
The Mavs have just three games remaining in 2022, and two of their next four games are against the Houston Rockets. Here is a look at the next three games following Tuesday’s contest against the Knicks.
Dec. 29 vs Houston Rockets at 7:30 p.m. CT
Dec. 31 at San Antonio Spurs at 6:00 p.m. CT
Jan. 2 at Houston Rockets at 7:00 p.m. CT
The Dallas Mavericks want nothing more than to sweep the season series from Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks. Expect Luka Doncic to be locked in and to put on a show on Tuesday night, so do not miss it.
Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.