Washington Wizards at Dallas Mavericks Picks and Predictions for Friday, October 24, 2025

By: David Anicetti Published 10/24/2025, 12:20 AM ET

The Washington Wizards visit the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center in Dallas. The opening tipoff is at 8:30 PM ET on MNMT. Washington (0–1) opened the season with a 133–120 road loss to Milwaukee. Dallas (0–1) dropped its opener 125–92 at home to San Antonio. These stats come from each team’s first game of the season and are not averages. Make a winning three-pointer with our NBA picks.

Washington Wizards Preview

Washington scored 120 points in Milwaukee but allowed 40 in the first quarter and trailed throughout. Khris Middleton led the Wizards with 23 points, while Kyshawn George added 21 and nine rebounds. Alex Sarr posted a double-double with 10 points and 11 boards. The Wizards shot 47% from the field and 40% from three, but turned the ball over 13 times.

The Wizards showed balance on offense but struggled to defend the paint and slow Milwaukee’s pace. For this matchup, the Wizards must protect the rim and avoid early fouls. Limiting Dallas’s second-chance looks and playing better defense during transition are keys to Washington winning on Friday.

Dallas Mavericks Preview

Dallas had a tough opener against San Antonio, shooting just 37% from the field and being outrebounded 50–37. Anthony Davis led with 22 points and 13 rebounds, while P.J. Washington added 17. Rookie Cooper Flagg scored 10 points and grabbed 10 boards, but faced foul trouble. The Mavericks had only 20 assists and 16 turnovers.

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Dallas needs to play better on offense and use better spacing to free up shooters. The absence of Kyrie Irving hurts, so Davis and Washington must carry a bigger load. The focus is on ball movement and interior defense against a Washington team that can score in spurts.

Washington Wizards at Dallas Mavericks Prediction

Dallas plays its second straight home game and should respond with better defense and improved shooting. Washington’s offense can keep it close, but Dallas has the edge inside. Look for Cooper Flagg to have more of an influence on the offensive end for the Mavericks. Final Score Prediction: Dallas Mavericks win and cover ATS 118–103.