Dallas Mavericks vs Miami Heat: Injury Updates and Betting Odds for Sunday’s NBA Clash

The Dallas Mavericks and Miami Heat are set to face off on Sunday, November 24, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, with tipoff scheduled for 6:00 PM ET. This matchup comes with significant injury concerns for the Mavericks, particularly the absence of star player Luka Doncic, who is out indefinitely due to a right wrist sprain.

Despite Doncic’s absence, the Mavericks have been on a strong run, winning their last four games, including a recent 123-120 victory over the Denver Nuggets. In that game, Naji Marshall scored 26 points, PJ Washington contributed 22 points and 13 rebounds, and Kyrie Irving added 19 points. This depth in the Mavericks’ roster has been a key factor in their recent success.

Daniel Gafford, another crucial player for the Mavericks, is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game due to left shoulder soreness. Gafford has been averaging a career-high 12.6 points per game on 70.8% field goal shooting, along with 6.4 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game.

The Miami Heat, with a 6-7 record, are also dealing with injuries. Jimmy Butler and guard Terry Rozier are listed as questionable for the game. Butler had 30 points and 10 rebounds in their last outing against the Philadelphia 76ers, while Tyler Herro added 18 points. Herro leads the Heat with 24.2 points per game and 5.2 assists.

In terms of betting odds, the Miami Heat are favored with a Moneyline of -147, indicating a 60% chance of winning. The spread is set at 3 points, with the total points line at 221.5. Analysts suggest that the Mavericks have a good chance of covering the spread despite Doncic’s absence, given their recent form and depth.

The game is expected to be closely contested, with both teams having strong defensive capabilities. The Heat are known for their defensive prowess, allowing 46.7% shooting and 36.2% from long range. The Mavericks, meanwhile, allow 44.9% shooting and 34.8% from long range.