Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors 05/18/2022 – The Golden State Warriors host the dangerous Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday, May 18, as they start their Western Conference Final matchup. The Warriors were able to get several days of rest after eliminating the Memphis Grizzlies in six games last May 12. The Mavs, on the other hand, are coming off a huge blowout win over the Phoenix Suns and will be looking to carry that momentum at the Chase Center in San Francisco, California. The Warriors are playing this game at home and the nba 2022 finals are in their favor to win and cover the spread.
Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors 05/18/2022
| When: | Wednesday, May 18, 9:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Chase Center, San Francisco, California |
| TV: | TNT |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
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Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors 05/18/2022 Betting Odds
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Mavericks | +5.5 (-111) | 215 o (-110) | +191 |  |
| Golden State Warriors | -5.5 (-111) | 215 u (-110) | -219 | |
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Dallas Mavericks Betting
The Dallas Mavericks are coming off a rout of the Phoenix Suns and will be looking to carry that into Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. All eyes will be on Luka Doncic anews, not to mention fellow guards Jalen Brunson and Spencer Dinwiddie. However, head coach Jason Kidd needs to get more out of his other players. Dallas will have its hands full trying to contain Curry and Thompson, not to mention head coach Steve Kerr’s young and talented reserves.
Players to Watch: Luka Doncic PG 10 GP 10 GS 36.1 MIN 31.5 PTS 0.9 OR 9.2 DR 10.1 REB 6.6 AST 1.9 STL 0.4 BLK 4 TO 3.2 PF 1.7 AST/TO 25.36 PER
Jalen Brunson PG 13 GP 13 GS 35.4 MIN 22.9 PTS 0.9 OR 3.7 DR 4.6 REB 3.5 AST 1 STL 0 BLK 1.2 TO 2 PF 3 AST/TO 17.83 PER
Spencer Dinwiddie PG * 13 GP 3 GS 28 MIN 13.2 PTS 0.6 OR 2.2 DR 2.8 REB 3.5 AST 0.9 STL 0.2 BLK 1.5 TO 2.5 PF 2.4 AST/TO 12.57 PER
Golden State Warriors Betting
The Golden State Warriors wrapped up their Western Conference semifinals over the Memphis Grizzlies and got several days to rest. Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson led the way for the Dubs, snuffing the rising Grizzlies quintet to the tune of 110-96. Against the Mavericks, Golden State needs to be careful, especially with Luka Doncic, Jalen Brunson and Spencer Dinwiddie. Aside from Curry and Thompson, Andrew Wiggins and Draymond Green are among the other players expected to support the Splash Brothers in game one of the Western Conference Finals.
Players to Watch: Stephen Curry PG 11 GP 7 GS 33.1 MIN 26.9 PTS 0.5 OR 3.6 DR 4.2 REB 5.6 AST 1.1 STL 0.5 BLK 2.6 TO 2.3 PF 2.1 AST/TO 19.21 PER
Klay Thompson SG 11 GP 11 GS 35 MIN 20.4 PTS 0.4 OR 4.1 DR 4.5 REB 2 AST 1.2 STL 0.9 BLK 1.5 TO 2.1 PF 1.3 AST/TO 12.57 PER
Jordan Poole SG 11 GP 5 GS 31 MIN 19.3 PTS 0.6 OR 2.7 DR 3.4 REB 4.8 AST 0.7 STL 0.5 BLK 2.8 TO 2.7 PF 1.7 AST/TO 15.13 PER
Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors 05/18/2022 Betting Numbers
Trends
Dallas Mavericks
Dallas are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Dallas’ last 5 games.
Mavericks are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games.
Dallas are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games against Golden State.
Dallas are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games against Golden State.
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Dallas’ last 11 games on the road.
Mavericks are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games when playing on the road against Golden State.
Dallas are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 games against an opponent in the Western Conference conference.
Dallas are 9-3 SU in their last 12 games against an opponent in the Pacific Division division.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Dallas’ last 6 games played in May.
Golden State Warriors
Golden State are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games.
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Golden State’s last 12 games.
Golden State are 13-3 SU in their last 16 games.
The total has gone OVER in 12 of Golden State’s last 16 games against Dallas.
Warriors are 8-0 SU in their last 8 games at home.
Golden State are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games when playing at home against Dallas.
Golden State are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games against an opponent in the Western Conference conference.
Warriors are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games against an opponent in the Southwest Division division.
The total has gone UNDER in 13 of Golden State’s last 18 games played on a Wednesday.
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Golden State’s last 6 games played on a Wednesday when at home.
Injuries
Dallas Mavericks
Tim Hardaway Jr. SG Is out indefinitely, Foot
Golden State Warriors
Andre Iguodala SF Is out indefinitely, Neck
Otto Porter Jr. SF Is “?” Wednesday vs Dallas, Foot
Gary Payton II SG Is out indefinitely, Elbow
James Wiseman C Is out for season, Knee
Head-to-Head
| Dallas Mavericks | Golden State Warriors | |
|---|---|---|
| 55-39-1 | Against the Spread | 46-43-4 |
| 36-58-1 | Straight Up | 42-49-2 |
| 108 | Points per Game | 106 |
| Points Allowed per Game | ||
| 45.93 | Offensive FG% | 47.06 |
| 77.08 | Offensive FT% | 76.52 |
| 35.41 | Offensive 3PT% | 36.56 |
| 45.82 | Defensive FG% | 43.91 |
| 77.36 | Defensive FT% | 75.99 |
| 33.93 | Defensive 3PT% | 34.20 |
Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors Betting Picks
Dallas is averaging 108 points per game and the Warriors are averaging 106 points per game. The NBA postseason betting odds favor the Dubs to win this game and cover the spread at home.
Moneyline: +191 is the ML for the Mavericks and -219 is the ML for the Warriors.
ATS: +5.5 (-111) is the spread for Dallas and -5.5 (-111) is the spread for Golden State.
TOTALs: Over 215 (-110) is the total for the Mavericks and the same will go under for the Warriors.
Score Prediction: 118-107 Warriors win.
