wsn-newsletter Subscribe to WSN.

Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors Predictions, Odds, Picks

Written by: Christian Jope
Updated October 14, 2022
5 min read
  • The Dallas Mavericks came out on the losing end of Game 1, in their Conference Finals series
  • The Warriors were dominant in Game 1, winning by a margin of 25 points
  • The Warriors lead the Mavericks, 1-0

Mavericks vs Warriors Game 2 Odds

Best Warriors vs Magic Props Bets March 27

Mavericks vs Warriors Game 2 Pick

Dallas struggled on both ends of the court to open Game 1, digging themselves a hole they couldn’t escape. Golden State on the other hand looks incredibly comfortable, showcasing a fast-paced and exciting offence.

Golden State Warriors def. Dallas Mavericks

Take a look at the list of NBA promo codes and betting bonuses here!

Play Fantasy Sports Here!

How We Rate
Affiliate Disclaimer
21+

Head-to-Head: Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors

Dallas Mavericks
Head-to-Head Golden State Warriors
Jason Kidd Head Coach Golden State Warriors
52-30 (4th in West) Standing 53-29 (3rd in West)
L-W-W-L Form W-W-L-W
112.8 (15th of 30) Off Rtg 112.5 (17th of 30)
109.4 (6th of 30) Def Rtg 106.9 (1st of 30)
95.4 (30th of 30) Pace 98.4 (13th of 30)

Leaders (Playoffs)

L. Doncic (30.5) PPG S. Curry (26.4)
L. Doncic (9.8) RPG D. Green (7.3)
L. Doncic (6.4) APG D. Green (6.3)
L. Doncic (1.8) SPG S. Curry, D. Green, K. Thompson (1.1)
M. Kleber (0.6) BPG D. Green (1.2)
D. Powell (.625)/L. Doncic (10.6) FG%/FGM K. Looney (.676)/S. Curry (8.6)
M. Kleber (.476)/L. Doncic (3.3) 3P%/3PM K. Thompson (.402)/S. Curry (3.8)

Plenty US sportsbooks make PayPal an option for deposits and withdrawals. See the best PayPal betting options, here!

Play Fantasy Sports Here!

How We Rate
Affiliate Disclaimer
21+

Injury Report

Player Team Date Status Info
Tim Hardaway Jr. Dallas Mavericks 25 Jan 2022 Out (Foot) Hardaway Jr. suffered a fractured left foot.
James Wiseman Golden State Warriors 25 Mar 2022 Out (Knee) Wiseman will miss the remainder of the season as he recovers from knee surgery.
Gary Payton II Golden State Warriors 05 May 2022 Out (Elbow) Payton II will be re-evaluated at a future date.
Andre Iguodala Golden State Warriors 12 May 2022 Out (Neck) Iguodala will be re-evaluated at a future date.

How Can the Mavericks Beat the Warriors?

The Dallas Mavericks need to improve on their Game 1 performance if they hope to be competitive in this matchup. Unable to employ either their offensive or defensive scheme, the Mavericks were embarrassed in their opening match.

Dallas chose to rush the perimeter, holding their opponents to just 34.5% from three-point range. Unfortunately they couldn’t keep up with the Warriors’ pace, allowing them to shoot 56.1% from the field as a whole.

The Mavericks must relieve the pressure on Luka Doncic and find production from different areas. Defensively, the odds are against them. But if they can get their offence going, they have plenty to challenge the Warriors.

Mavericks Key Player: (G) Luka Doncic


It is well known that the Dallas Mavericks’ offence runs through Luka Doncic. However due to his struggles in Game 1, no other Dallas player was able to get on track. If the Mavericks hope to bring the series level, they’ll need Doncic to return to form.

Doncic is coming off of a performance where he posted 20 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists in 34 minutes of play. He shot just 6 of 18 from the field and 3 of 10 from three-point range, on top of committing 7 turnovers on the night.

The Mavericks need Doncic to clean up his game and create for others if they hope to win Game 2. If he can’t overcome the Warriors defence, the Mavericks don’t have a chance at victory.

How Can the Warriors Beat the Mavericks?

The Golden State Warriors were excellent in Game 1 against the Dallas Mavericks. Not only did they get off to an excellent start, but they held Dallas to a dreadful night shooting the ball.

The Warriors were able to keep the Mavericks to just 36.0% shooting from the field and 22.9% from three-point range. They didn’t force too many turnovers, just 13, but their defensive pressure and discipline forced the Mavericks into difficult shots.

If Golden State can open the game with a good defensive effort, they have a great opportunity to go up 2-0 in the series.

Warriors Key Player: (G) Stephen Curry


Stephen Curry continues to impress, looking like the early frontrunner for the Conference Finals MVP award. While his scoring remains excellent, his willingness to do the dirty work only empowers Golden State’s offence.

Curry is coming off of a performance where he posted 21 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block in 30 minutes of play. He came out of halftime on fire, scoring 9 points in the third quarter end route to their 10-point quarter differential.

When Curry is active on the glass, the Warriors are playing at their fastest pace. If the two-time Most Valuable Player continues to contribute in more than the scoring department, the Warriors have a great chance at going up 2-0.

Play Fantasy Sports Here!

How We Rate
Affiliate Disclaimer
21+

How to Watch Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors

Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors Information
Who Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors
Where Chase Center, San Francisco, California
When Friday, 9:00 PM EST, May 20th, 2022
How to Watch TNT
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER 21+ must be physically located in VA. T&Cs Apply.
Claim Now
Christian Jope WSN Contributors

Christian Jope

NBA Betting Analyst

Expertise:
NBA
Betting Picks
Christian Jope is a writer, social media strategist, and data analyst. A Queen’s University Alumni, Christian is an author and social media strategist with Raptors Cage, while also working closely with MLSE and Canada Basketball through community-driven events.
Email: [email protected]
Nationality: Canadian
Education: Bachelor of Arts (Applied Economics)
Favourite Sportsbook: FanDuel Sportsbook
Favourite Casino: BetMGM Casino
Experience: 6 years
We've been featured on:
espn logo
reuters logo
cbs-news logo
forbes logo
entrepreneur logo
entrepreneur logo
We only list licensed sportsbooks
WorldSportsNetwork
WorldSportsNetwork
WorldSportsNetwork
WorldSportsNetwork
WorldSportsNetwork
Co2neutral

We support responsible gambling. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. If you need help, call 1-800-Gambler.

WSN.com is managed by Gentoo Media. Unless declared otherwise, all of the visible content on this site, such as texts and images, including the brand name and logo, belongs to Innovation Labs Limited (a Gentoo Media company) - Company Registration Number C44130, VAT ID: MT18874732, @GIG Beach Triq id-Dragunara, St. Julians, STJ3148, Malta.

Advertising Disclosure: WSN.com contains links to partner websites. When a visitor to our website clicks on one of these links and makes a purchase at a partner site, World Sports Network is paid a commission.

Copyright © 2024