Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks Prediction: Injury Report, Starting 5s, Betting Odds & Spreads - November 23 | 2022-23 NBA Season
After a five-game home stretch, the Dallas Mavericks (9-7) are back on the road for tonight's clash with the Boston Celtics (13-4).
The Mavericks recently traded wins with the Denver Nuggets and are coming into tonight off a Sunday loss to them. The Celtics, meanwhile, had their impressive nine-game win streak snapped by the Chicago Bulls on Monday. Even with the Bulls' setback, the Celtics still have the best record in the NBA heading into tonight's game.
With both teams looking to redeem themselves, expect an explosive showdown to take place tonight.
Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks Match Details
Fixture: Mavericks @ Celtics
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 23, 7:30 p.m. ET
Venue: TD Garden, Boston, Massachusetts
Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks Injury Report
On the Celtics' front, small forward and arguable team MVP Jayson Tatum is questionable tonight due to a sprained ankle. Center Robert Williams will miss tonight's game due to a knee injury. Power forward Danilo Gallinari has been sidelined due to ongoing knee problems as well.
On the Mavericks' end, point guard Spencer Dinwiddie is questionable due to a shoulder injury. Power forward Maxi Kleber is currently listed as doubtful due to back problems that have kept him out of the past three games.
Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks Betting Odds & Spreads
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Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks Starting 5s
Celtics - PG: Derrick White, SG: Jaylen Brown, SF: Jayson Tatum, PF: Grant Williams, C: Al Horford
Mavericks - PG: Luka Doncic, SG: Spencer Dinwiddie, SF: Reggie Bullock, PF: Dorian Finney-Smith, C: Dwight Powell
Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks Betting Prediction
The up-in-the-air nature of Jayson Tatum's status for tonight is already ringing alarm bells for the Celtics. One of the best in the sport right now, Tatum's MVP status is well-earned and his potential absence tonight will be sorely felt. Even if Tatum's out, the Mavericks will find themselves in a similarly troublesome position should Spencer Dinwiddie miss tonight.
Despite both coming off recent losses, the two teams, particularly the Celtics, are still looking strong overall ahead of tonight's game. Given the Celtics' general dominance this season, a bounce back from the Bulls loss with a win here tonight seems likely, even if a potential Tatum absence has them looking like underdogs initially.
Prediction: Celtics -5 (-107)
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