Dallas Mavericks vs Denver Nuggets Prediction & Picks - NBA

Prediction published on 1/14/26, 4:13 AM  by Erik Gibbs | Modified on 1/14/26 at 4:18 AM in NBA Picks

The Dallas Mavericks and Denver Nuggets face each other with Dallas trying to halt a slide while Denver looks to keep its stronger overall form intact. Dallas's recent results have reflected a team that can produce points but has struggled to string together complete performances. Across the last several games, the Mavericks have repeatedly allowed opponents to build momentum through extended runs, and once those stretches appear, Dallas has often been forced into difficult, higher-variance offensive possessions to recover.

At home, the Mavericks have been more competitive in patches, but their results still show problems closing quarters cleanly and maintaining defensive shape when the pace increases. Even in games where Dallas has shot well, the margin for error has been thin because they have not consistently limited second chances or kept opponents out of rhythm.

Denver's recent form has been steadier and more predictable. The Nuggets have shown an ability to manage games through tempo control, half-court execution, and stretches of defensive discipline that keep opponents from getting comfortable.

While Denver has not been flawless over the past few weeks, their results indicate a higher baseline: they tend to remain within their structure even when shots are not falling, and they have been capable of winning in multiple styles, including lower-possession games where patience matters. Recent outcomes also suggest Denver is better equipped to handle late-game situations, particularly on the road, where they have produced several controlled wins by staying organized deep into the fourth quarter.