Denver Nuggets vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction and Preview - Dec. 23 | 2025-2026 NBA Season

The Dallas Mavericks will play one game at their home before heading to a three-game road trip, set to host the Denver Nuggets. Tuesday’s clash at the American Airlines Center marks the second meeting between the two teams, with the Mavericks currently leading the regular-season series 1-0.

Denver Nuggets vs. Dallas Mavericks Preview, Odds, Betting Tips and Prediction

The Nuggets-Mavericks clash is set to tip off at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT). The live telecast will be available on NBC. Fans can watch the contest via livestream on NBA League Pass, Peacock and Fubo TV (restrictions may apply).

Moneyline: Nuggets (-289) vs Mavericks (+235)

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Odds: Nuggets -7.5 (-112) vs Mavericks +7.5 (-109)

Total (O/U): O237.5 (-111) vs U237.5 (-110)

Editor’s Note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed are based on available information at the time of publication.

Denver Nuggets vs. Dallas Mavericks Preview

The Denver Nuggets have been one of the strongest teams this season. They sit at 21-7, tied with the #2 San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference, entering this matchup riding with confidence after winning seven of their last eight games.

Dallas, on the other hand, has had a slower start to the season. Majorly due to the extended absence of Anthony Davis, the Mavericks are now in 11th place in the West with an 11-19 record. However, they have already shown they can beat Denver.

In their first meeting of the campaign on Dec. 1, the Mavericks came out on top with a 131-121 win. Nikola Jokic was dominant, putting up a massive triple-double with 29 points, 20 rebounds, and 13 assists.

However, it was not enough to overcome Dallas. The Anthony Davis-Cooper Flagg frontcourt duo led the pack, combining for 56 points and 21 rebounds in the victory.

Denver Nuggets vs. Dallas Mavericks Predicted Starting 5s

Nuggets Starting 5

G: Jamal Murray | G: Cameron Johnson | F: Spencer Jones | F: Peyton Watson | C: Nikola Jokic

Mavericks Starting 5

G: RJ Nembhard Jr. | G: Naji Marshall | F: Cooper Flagg | F: P.J. Washington | C: Anthony Davis

Denver Nuggets vs. Dallas Mavericks Betting Tips

• Nikola Jokic O/U 29.5 points - Take the under
• Anthony Davis O/U 23.5 points - Take the over
• P.J. Washington O/U 1.5 assists - Take the over
• Cooper Flagg O/U 5.5 rebounds - Take the under

Denver Nuggets vs. Dallas Mavericks Prediction

The Denver Nuggets look to be in much better form since their inital loss to the Mavericks, clinching six straight wins immediately after. Meanwhile, Dallas has been inconsistent, suffering losses against ailing teams like the Utah Jazz and the New Orleans Pelicans.

Nikola Jokic and co. will see this matchup as a great chance to climb the standings with the Spurs’ potential loss against the OKC Thunder, while also getting the opportunity to even the regular season series at 1-1.

Prediction: Expect the Nuggets to win by 13 points.

Edited by Advait Jajodia