Mavericks vs Warriors: Predictions, Props & Latest Odds for Klay Thompson's Return (Nov 12)
The Golden State Warriors (8-2) host the Dallas Mavericks (5-5) in an emotional matchup featuring Klay Thompson's return to Chase Center on Tuesday at 10:10 pm ET.
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Key Predictions:
- Warriors -2.5 (-110) at BetMGM
- Klay Thompson over 15.5 points (-115) at DraftKings
Warriors Analysis: The Warriors have transformed this season after trading Thompson and adding Buddy Hield (18.0 PPG) and De'Anthony Melton (9.6 PPG). Their offense ranks 4th (119.2 rating) while their defense improved from 15th to 4th (107.6 rating). Even without Steph Curry for three games, they went 3-0, demonstrating impressive depth with nine players averaging 7.9+ PPG.
Mavericks Outlook: Dallas struggles with consistency, failing to win consecutive games in November. Recent losses to Phoenix (114-113) and Denver (122-120) highlight their chemistry issues with new roster additions.
Key Player Props:
- Luka Doncic: 29.5 points O/U (down from 33.9 PPG last season to 28.3 PPG)
- Steph Curry: 25.5 points O/U
- Klay Thompson: Trending for a big game in his return
Betting Odds:
- Spread: Warriors -2.5 (consistent across books)
- Moneyline: Warriors best odds at FanDuel (-142), Mavericks best at ESPN Bet/bet365 (+125)
- Total: 234.5-235.0
- Public Betting: 87% handle on Warriors ML, 81% on Mavs ATS, 84% on Over
The Warriors' improved roster depth and strong recent performance, combined with home-court advantage, suggest they're positioned to win this emotional matchup against a struggling Mavericks team.
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