- Matchup: Dallas Mavericks vs Philadelphia 76ers
- Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
- Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA
- Broadcast: NBC Sports Philadelphia
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The Dallas Mavericks (10-17) are heading to Xfinity Mobile Arena to face off against the Philadelphia 76ers (14-11) this Saturday.
In their previous matchup, the Mavericks suffered a defeat to the Utah Jazz, ending the game at 140-133. Dallas recorded a shooting percentage of 49.0% (48 of 98) and hit 9 out of 27 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they converted 28 of 41 for a rate of 68.3%. The Mavericks secured a total of 54 rebounds, 14 being offensive, and facilitated 24 assists while committing 13 turnovers and achieving 6 steals. Defensively, Dallas allowed a shooting percentage of 51.5% from the Jazz, who made 50 of 97 shots. Utah also managed 33 assists and 8 steals during this encounter. Additionally, they secured 47 rebounds (8 offensive, 39 defensive) and blocked 6 shots. The Jazz excelled at the charity stripe with 27 made free throws out of 33 attempts, while also sinking 13 of their 36 three-point attempts. Each team accrued a notable number of personal fouls, with the Mavericks at 26 and the Jazz at 32.
Cooper Flagg was a standout performer, finishing with 42 points on 13 of 27 shooting. He played for an impressive 42 minutes and grabbed 7 rebounds, showcasing his versatility with a shooting efficiency of 48.1% and contributing 6 assists.
The Mavericks step onto the court with a 10-17 season record. They are averaging 15.5 turnovers per game and committing 20.7 personal fouls. As a unit, Dallas is earning 44.2 rebounds per contest and has 676 assists to their name this season, ranking them 14th in the league. Their three-point shooting stands at 34.1% (312 of 916) and they convert 75.2% from the charity stripe, scoring an average of 112.9 points per game (25th in the league) while shooting 46.1% overall.
On the defensive end, the Mavericks force 14.2 turnovers each game while incurring 22.1 fouls. Opponents shoot 33.5% from beyond the arc against them, and they currently rank 18th in the league regarding points allowed (116.8 PPG). Dallas gives up 46.3% shooting (1,153 of 2,489) and allows 47.4 rebounds per game. They rank 15th in the league in assists allowed, having conceded 698 assists this season.
The 76ers, meanwhile, faced a loss against the Hawks with a close score of 120-117. Philly managed to secure 33 defensive rebounds and 21 offensive boards for a total of 54 rebounds in that contest. They turned the ball over 12 times but made 10 steals. The Hawks committed 23 fouls, leading to 29 free-throw attempts for the 76ers, who converted 24 for a shooting percentage of 82.8%. From beyond the arc, Philadelphia netted 17 of 41 attempts, shooting 41.5%. The team shot 38 for 101 from the field, generating a shooting percentage of 37.6%. Conversely, the Hawks converted 43 of 99 attempts (43.4%) and managed 57 rebounds, including 18 offensive ones.
Paul George played a vital role for the 76ers, compiling 35 points in 33 minutes with 3 assists and hitting 52.4% of his shots (11 of 21) along with 4 rebounds.
The 76ers’ season record stands at 14-11. Offensively, they are shooting 45.2% from the field, ranking 25th overall. The team has totaled 2,921 points this season, averaging 116.8 points per game, and they secure 45.5 rebounds per contest. Their assist average is 25.4 (23rd in basketball), and they turn the ball over 14.5 times per game while committing 20.7 personal fouls. At the charity stripe, they enjoy an 81.2% success rate.
On the defensive side, the 76ers rank 13th in points allowed per game at 115.8. They generate 14.2 turnovers per game and permit a shooting percentage of 46.0% (6th in the NBA). Opponents shoot 34.9% from three (327 of 937), while free-throw shooting against them sits at 77.0%. They allow 27.5 assists and 45.4 rebounds per game, ranking 23rd and 22nd respectively.
Who will prevail tonight in the NBA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Choose Philadelphia
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