- Matchup: Dallas Mavericks vs Miami Heat
- Date: Monday, October 26, 2026
- Venue: Kaseya Center, Miami, FL
- Broadcast: WPLG
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In an exciting NBA showdown, the Miami Heat (0-3) are set to clash with the Dallas Mavericks (1-2) at Kaseya Center on Monday evening.
In their recent outing, the Mavericks faced the Spurs and suffered a defeat with a score of 122-106. Dallas recorded a shooting percentage of 51.1% (45 of 88) and successfully made 11 of 28 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, the Mavericks converted 5 of 8 opportunities, translating to a success rate of 62.5%. On the boards, they secured 42 rebounds, including 8 offensive. Additionally, the team generated 29 assists and capitalized on 12 turnovers from the opponent, achieving 8 steals. Defensively, the Mavericks allowed the Spurs to shoot 47.5%, with San Antonio making 48 of 101 attempts. The Spurs recorded 34 assists, made 12 steals, and pulled down 43 rebounds (15 offensive and 28 defensive) while blocking 6 shots. From the charity stripe, San Antonio shot 68.8%, making 11 out of 16 attempts, while also scoring 15 of 42 from three-point range. In terms of fouls, Dallas committed 21, contrasting with San Antonio’s 15.
Sergio de Larrea was a standout performer in this match, contributing 21 points on 9 of 15 shooting over 33 minutes, alongside 5 rebounds and 4 assists.
The Mavericks enter this game with a record of 1-2 this season, averaging 112.3 points per contest, positioning them 18th in the league. They have a shooting accuracy of 51.0% from the field and 36.4% on three-pointers (36 of 99), along with a free-throw percentage of 71.9%. Collectively, Dallas averages 40.3 rebounds per game and ranks 6th in the NBA with 77 total assists. However, they also average 19.0 turnovers and commit 23.7 fouls per game.
On defense, the Mavericks force 16.3 turnovers per contest, while they draw 18.3 fouls. They currently rank last in allowing assists to opposing teams, having conceded 93 so far. Defensively, Dallas allows a field goal percentage of 48.4% (134 of 277), and they give up 42.3 rebounds per game. Opponents are shooting 34.5% from beyond the arc against them, and the Mavericks rank 20th in the league for points allowed per game, averaging 118.3.
In their last contest, the Heat fell short against the Hornets, losing 115-110. Miami achieved 29 defensive rebounds and 8 offensive, totaling 37. They committed 13 turnovers but secured 9 steals during the game. The Hornets incurred 22 fouls, leading to 25 free-throw attempts for Miami, who converted 23 of those for a 92.0% success rate. From three-point range, the Heat made 13 of 35 shots (37.1%), and finished the game shooting 43.0% from the floor, with 37 of 86 successful attempts. Defensively, Miami permitted the Hornets to shoot 43.2% from the field, allowing 38 of 88, and they shot 37.2% from distance with Charlotte converting 16 of 43 attempts. Miami allowed Charlotte to gather 46 rebounds in total, including 10 offensive boards.
Davion Mitchell was crucial for the Heat in this matchup, scoring 22 points in 37 minutes, alongside 10 assists. He made 8 of his 13 shots, achieving a shooting percentage of 61.5%, and also grabbed 1 rebound.
The Miami Heat currently hold an 0-3 record this season. On average, they commit 24.7 personal fouls per game and boast a free-throw success rate of 77.2%. They are making 24.3 assists per game, ranking 21st in the league, and turning the ball over 14.7 times per game. The Heat have accumulated a total of 327 points this season, averaging 109.0 per contest, while pulling down 40.0 rebounds on average. Offensively, they are shooting 42.8% from the field, placing them 23rd in the NBA.
Defensively, the Heat rank 27th in the league for points given up, at 124.7 per game. They force their opponents into 17.3 turnovers per game and allow teams to shoot 47.6% from the field (23rd overall). Their defense permits 42.0% shooting from three-point attempts (55 of 131), while opponents convert 77.0% of their free throws. They concede an average of 25.3 assists and 50.3 total rebounds per game, ranking 11th and 28th in the NBA, respectively.
Who will take home the victory against the spread this evening?
Prediction: Choose Dallas
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