New Orleans Pelicans vs Dallas Mavericks Picks and Predictions – Friday, November 21, 2025
The New Orleans Pelicans visit the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night in NBA Cup group play, featuring two struggling Western Conference teams trying to stop slow starts. New Orleans comes in at 2–13 (15th in the West) and just 1–6 on the road, riding a seven-game losing streak while allowing 122.1 points per game. Dallas is 4–12 (13th in the West) and 3–8 at home. Shot and score with our free NBA picks.
Pelicans vs Mavericks Game Information
- Date: Friday, November 21, 2025
- Time: 8:30 PM ET
- Arena: American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
- TV: KFAA-TV
New Orleans Pelicans Preview
New Orleans has dropped seven straight, and the recent slide has come almost entirely at home, with losses to Denver, Oklahoma City, Golden State, the Lakers, and Portland. The Pelicans score 108.3 points per game but are giving up 122.1, and the minus-13.8 scoring margin shows up in repeated fourth-quarter problems where they struggle to make stops.
Trey Murphy III has taken on a primary scoring role at 19.7 points per game on 46.6% shooting and nearly 38% from three, while Zion Williamson is at 22.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 4.6 assists, but has been out injured most of the first 14 games. Jordan Poole (17.3 ppg) and rookie guard Jeremiah Fears (15.3 ppg) give New Orleans more perimeter scoring, but with Dejounte Murray out and multiple reserves listed as game-time decisions, the backcourt depth is thin for a team already being beaten at the defensive end. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for the Pelicans with the Thrillz promo code.
Dallas Mavericks Preview
Dallas has lost four of its last five but has at least been competitive, with home losses to the Knicks and Suns and a double-overtime defeat against the Clippers, as well as an overtime win over Portland. The Mavericks average 110.3 points per game while allowing 116.9, and strong work on the boards (45.1 rebounds per game) plus 6.1 blocks per night gives them a stronger presence in the paint than New Orleans.
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Cooper Flagg leads Dallas with 15.5 points and 6.3 rebounds per game, while P.J. Washington is close behind at 15.0 points and 7.5 boards. D’Angelo Russell adds 11.9 points and 4.9 assists as a playmaker. The frontcourt of Daniel Gafford and Washington provides solid rim protection and rebounding, which matters with Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, and Dante Exum all out and Flagg and Caleb Martin listed as game-time decisions. Make the most of your bets on the Mavericks by using the sportsbook promos.
Betting Odds
- Spread: Dallas Mavericks
- Moneyline: New Orleans Pelicans / Dallas Mavericks
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New Orleans Pelicans vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction
Dallas will control the glass, protect the rim, and do just enough on offense against a Pelicans team that hasn’t been able to slow anyone down. The Mavericks will take advantage of the short-handed Pelicans. Final Score Prediction: Dallas Mavericks win and cover ATS, 118-104. Make sure when you place your Pelicans vs Mavericks bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.
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