- Matchup: Dallas Mavericks vs. Phoenix Suns
- Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
- Venue: Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ
- Broadcast: AZ Family Sports Network
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The Phoenix Suns (43-35) are set to take on the Dallas Mavericks (25-53) at the Mortgage Matchup Center this Wednesday.
In their previous matchup, the Mavericks triumphed over the Lakers with a score of 134-128. The foul count for the Mavericks stood at 22, while the Lakers had 23 fouls. From beyond the arc, the Mavericks converted 8 out of 27 attempts. At the free-throw line, the Lakers shot 78.8% by making 26 out of 33 opportunities. They also amassed a total of 49 rebounds (11 offensive and 38 defensive) and registered 5 blocks. The Lakers distributed 36 assists and managed 6 steals during the game. Defensively, the Mavericks allowed their opponents a shooting percentage of 51.6% with 47 successful shots from 91 attempts. Dallas recorded 27 assists while creating 12 turnovers and achieving 11 steals. On the boards, they secured a total of 38 rebounds, with 8 of those being offensive. The Mavericks converted 28 of their 36 free-throw attempts for a shooting percentage of 77.8%. The team finished with a field-goal percentage of 52.3% (46 of 88) and hit 14 of their 32 three-point shots.
Cooper Flagg was a standout performer in the last game, netting 45 points with a shooting efficiency of 14 out of 27. He played for 39 minutes, secured 8 rebounds, shot 51.9% from the field, and also provided 9 assists.
Dallas enters this matchup with a season record of 25-53. Their average turnovers per game stand at 14.7, and they commit approximately 18.3 fouls per game. Collectively, the Mavericks gather 44.6 rebounds per game, and with a total of 1,966 assists for the season, they rank 24th in the league for passing efficiency. Dallas shoots 34.3% from three-point range (843 of 2,457) and an overall free-throw percentage of 74.9%. They average 113.8 points per game, placing them 24th in the league, while their shooting percentage from the field is 46.8%.
Defensively, the Mavericks force an average of 13.4 turnovers per game and commit 21.2 fouls. They are ranked 27th for allowing assists to opponents, giving up 2,222 throughout the season. Opponents score at a field goal percentage of 47.7% against them (3,491 out of 7,314) and the Mavericks allow an average of 46.7 rebounds per game, along with conceding 35.0% shooting from beyond the arc. They fall at 24th in points per game allowed, averaging 119.4.
In the Suns’ last game, they secured a 120-110 victory against the Bulls. They allowed Chicago a total of 46 rebounds (including 14 offensive). Phoenix struggled from distance, shooting only 25.6% with 10 of 39 from three-point territory, but performed better at the free-throw line, converting 18 out of 23 attempts for a percentage of 78.3%. The Bulls succeeded on 41 of 91 attempts from the field, giving them a shooting percentage of 45.1%. Ultimately, the Suns achieved 45 successful field goals from 89 attempts, resulting in a 50.6% shooting percentage. On three-point shots, the Suns made 13 out of 32 attempts (40.6%) and also converted 77.3% at the free-throw line. The Bulls committed 23 fouls, leading the Suns to 22 free-throw attempts. The Suns turned over the ball 16 times and accumulated 10 steals, with 30 defensive rebounds and 11 offensive rebounds for a total of 41 boards.
Devin Booker was crucial for the Suns, hitting 9 of 22 shots for a field goal percentage of 40.9% and grabbing 3 rebounds. He scored 30 points in 36 minutes while adding 4 assists.
Phoenix holds a record of 43-35 this season. They commit 20.9 personal fouls per game and excel at the free-throw line, hitting 78.0%. Assists are averaged at 24.9 per game (27th in the NBA), while turnovers occur 14.4 times per contest. The Suns have scored a total of 8,807 points this year, averaging 112.9 points per game, and collect 43.0 rebounds per game. Offensively, they are shooting 45.5%, ranking 28th in the league.
On the defensive end, the Suns allow 34.5% shooting from three-point range (945 of 2,736) and their opponents achieve a free-throw accuracy of 78.5%. They concede 24.9 assists and 43.7 rebounds per game, ranking 6th and 15th in the league, respectively. The Suns are 7th in points allowed per game, with an average of 111.3. They generate 16.4 turnovers per game while allowing opponents to shoot 47.1% from the field (16th in the league).
Who will cover the spread in tonight’s NBA game?
Prediction: Bet on Dallas
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