Dallas Mavericks vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 21/11/2025, 04:18  by Thobelani Moyo | Modified on 21/11/2025 at 04:22 in NBA Predictions

The Dallas Mavericks play host to the New Orleans Pelicans at American Airlines Center in an NBA Cup group stage game. The Mavericks are in 13th place in the Western Conference table, and the Pelicans are in 15th place. Here's our match prediction. 

It has been a disastrous season for the Dallas Mavericks, who recently dropped to 4-12 on the season after a narrow 113-111 home defeat against the New York Knicks. That result marked their second consecutive defeat. 

Regarding their performance in the NBA Cup group stage play, the Mavericks have yet to deliver anything noteworthy. They've dropped two straight games in this competition. 

Their opening match against the Memphis Grizzlies saw them slump to a 118-104 road defeat, and subsequently, they suffered a 133-127 overtime loss at home against the Los Angeles Clippers.

The New Orleans Pelicans are currently one of the worst teams in the West as they find themselves seeded at the bottom with a 2-13 record. 

The Pelicans' recent match against the Denver Nuggets resulted in a 125-118 home defeat, extending their losing streak to seven games.

Regarding their performance in the NBA Cup group stage play, James Borrego's charges also find themselves 0-2 in the competition. Their recent match resulted in a 118-104 home defeat against the Los Angeles Lakers. They will be aiming for a positive result this time around.