Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks 5/8/2022 – The Phoenix Suns have dropped their first game and they are all set to take on the Mavericks in their fourth game from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The Suns are now leading with a 2-1 record in their best-of-seven series. Phoenix will try to rebound from their last defeat on the road. The Stars hope to build on their success at home as they enter game four. However, the Suns are expected to get a victory here as per the NBA betting websites.
Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks 5/8/2022
| When: | Sunday, May 8, 3:30 PM ET |
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| Where: | American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
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Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks 5/8/2022 Betting Odds
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Suns | +1.5 (-109) | 215.5 o (-111) | -111 |  |
| Dallas Mavericks | -1.5 (-114) | 215.5 u (-111) | -111 | |
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Phoenix Suns Betting
The Phoenix Suns are still ahead of the Mavericks and they will try to use that as their advantage. The Suns gave up 103 points in their last game and scored only 94 in return. The Suns had all their five starters score in double figures. Jae Crowder took the lead with 19 points while Devin Booker tossed in 18 points and six assists. The Suns will need to make up for their loss and they need to tighten their defensive skills.
Players to watch: Devin Booker SG 5 GP 5 GS 34.2 MIN 24.4 PTS 1 OR 3.8 DR 4.8 REB 4.8 AST 0.2 STL 0.4 BLK 1.6 TO 2 PF 3 AST/TO 19.39 PER
Chris Paul PG 8 GP 8 GS 35.8 MIN 22.6 PTS 0.5 OR 4.1 DR 4.6 REB 9.9 AST 1.6 STL 0.3 BLK 1.6 TO 2.5 PF 6.1 AST/TO 24.26 PER
Deandre Ayton C 8 GP 8 GS 32.6 MIN 19.6 PTS 2.1 OR 6.6 DR 8.8 REB 1.9 AST 0.5 STL 1 BLK 1.3 TO 3 PF 1.5 AST/TO 20.20 PER
Dallas Mavericks Betting
The Dallas Mavericks were impressive with their regular season performance and are not going to give up with ease. Dallas recorded a nine point lead in their last game and outscored the Suns with ease. Jalen Brunson tossed in 28 points in their success along with five assists. Luka Doncic contributed 26 points, nine assists, and 13 rebounds in their success. The Mavericks will try to seek their home advantage.
Players to watch: Luka Doncic PG 5 GP 5 GS 37.8 MIN 33.4 PTS 0.6 OR 9.2 DR 9.8 REB 6.4 AST 1 STL 0.8 BLK 4.8 TO 2.6 PF 1.3 AST/TO 23.79 PER
Jalen Brunson PG 8 GP 8 GS 35.9 MIN 23.6 PTS 1 OR 3.8 DR 4.8 REB 3.8 AST 0.9 STL 0 BLK 1 TO 2.3 PF 3.8 AST/TO 17.18 PER
Spencer Dinwiddie PG * 8 GP 3 GS 32.4 MIN 13.9 PTS 0.9 OR 2.1 DR 3 REB 4 AST 1.1 STL 0.1 BLK 1.8 TO 3.4 PF 2.3 AST/TO 9.21 PER
Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks 5/8/2022 Betting Numbers
Trends
Phoenix Suns
Phoenix are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Phoenix’s last 8 games.
Phoenix are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games.
Suns are 15-5 ATS in their last 20 games against Dallas.
Phoenix are 11-1 SU in their last 12 games against Dallas.
Phoenix are 14-6 SU in their last 20 games on the road.
Suns are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games when playing on the road against Dallas.
Phoenix are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games against an opponent in the Western Conference conference.
The total has gone OVER in 9 of Phoenix’s last 12 games against an opponent in the Southwest Division division.
Phoenix are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games played in May.
Dallas Mavericks
Dallas are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Dallas’ last 6 games.
Dallas are 12-5 SU in their last 17 games.
Mavericks are 9-1 SU in their last 10 games at home.
Dallas are 2-9 ATS in their last 11 games when playing at home against Phoenix.
Dallas are 15-5 SU in their last 20 games against an opponent in the Western Conference conference.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Dallas’ last 6 games against an opponent in the Pacific Division division.
Dallas are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games played in May.
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Dallas’ last 14 games played on a Sunday.
Injuries
Phoenix Suns
No Injuries
Dallas Mavericks
No Injuries
Head-to-Head
| Phoenix Suns | Dallas Mavericks | |
|---|---|---|
| 49-40-0 | Against the Spread | 51-37-1 |
| 45-43-1 | Straight Up | 34-54-1 |
| 115 | Points per Game | 105 |
| Points Allowed per Game | ||
| 48.88 | Offensive FG% | 46.04 |
| 80.03 | Offensive FT% | 77.25 |
| 36.28 | Offensive 3PT% | 35.34 |
| 44.55 | Defensive FG% | 45.84 |
| 76.28 | Defensive FT% | 77.21 |
| 34.23 | Defensive 3PT% | 33.75 |
Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Picks
Dallas will be playing this game at home, but the NBA playoff bets are in favor of the Suns to win this game and cover the spread. Phoenix has a better shot with their powerful offense and they will rebound from their last defeat.
Moneyline: The ML for the Suns is -111 and the ML for the Mavericks is -111.
ATS: A spread of +1.5 (-109) is set for Phoenix and a spread of -1.5 (-114) is set for the Mavericks.
Totals: Over 215.5 (-111) is the total for the Suns and the same will go under for the Mavericks.
Score Prediction: 110-103, Suns
