- Matchup: Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Hornets
- Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
- Venue: Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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The Charlotte Hornets (30-31) will host the Dallas Mavericks (21-39) on Tuesday at the Spectrum Center.
In their previous matchup, the Mavericks faced the Thunder, suffering a defeat with a score of 100-87. The Mavericks committed 18 fouls while the Thunder recorded 17. From beyond the arc, Dallas struggled, converting just 8 of 39 attempts. At the free-throw line, Oklahoma City made 10 of 15 shots for a shooting percentage of 66.7%. They secured a total of 46 rebounds (7 offensive, 39 defensive) and recorded 1 block. Oklahoma City also tallied 22 assists and made 9 steals throughout the game. Defensively, the Mavericks allowed a field goal percentage of 44.6%, giving up 41 baskets on 92 attempts. Dallas managed to distribute 20 assists and caused 9 turnovers while also generating 6 steals. They grabbed 49 rebounds, with 9 coming from the offensive end. Dallas shot 75% from the free-throw line, making 12 of 16 attempts, while finishing with a field goal percentage of 38.8% (33 of 85), including 9 of 31 from three-point territory.
Caleb Martin was a standout performer in the last game, contributing 18 points on 6 of 11 shooting. He played for 30 minutes and recorded 3 rebounds. Martin finished with an impressive shooting percentage of 54.5%, although he did not provide any assists.
The Mavericks enter this game with a season record of 21-39. They average 113.9 points per game, placing them 23rd in the NBA, with a shooting efficiency of 47.2%. Dallas has successfully converted 34.2% of their three-point attempts (641 of 1,876) and holds a free-throw shooting percentage of 74.0%. Collectively, they are averaging 44.7 rebounds per game and have accumulated 1,498 assists this season, ranking 24th in the league for assists. The team averages 14.8 turnovers per game and commits 18.3 personal fouls each night.
On defense, the Mavericks force 13.3 turnovers per game and draw 21.1 fouls. They rank 20th in the NBA for assists allowed, with a total of 1,649 surrendered this season. The Mavericks allow an opponent shooting percentage of 46.9% (2,647 of 5,644) and concede 46.6 rebounds per game. They give up a three-point shooting percentage of 34.0% and rank 22nd overall in points allowed per game at 117.7.
In their last game, the Hornets celebrated a win, defeating the Trail Blazers 109-93. Charlotte allowed Portland to gather 39 rebounds (11 offensive). The Hornets’ three-point shooting was subpar at 23.4%, hitting 11 of 47 attempts, while they made 12 of 19 free throws (63.2%). The Trail Blazers converted 35 of 86 shots from the floor, resulting in a shooting percentage of 40.7% for the game. The Hornets wrapped up with a field goal shooting percentage of 41.8%, connecting on 38 of 91 attempts. From long range, Charlotte excelled, sinking 16 of 42 attempts (38.1%), and they made 17 out of 25 free throw tries for a percentage of 68.0%. The Trail Blazers committed 19 fouls, allowing the Hornets 25 free throw attempts, and Charlotte also forced Portland into 16 turnovers while grabbing 11 steals. The Hornets tallied a total of 55 rebounds, comprised of 35 defensive and 20 offensive boards.
Brandon Miller was a key contributor, shooting 9 of 19 with a shooting percentage of 47.4% and securing 8 rebounds. He scored 26 points in his 33 minutes on the floor and tallied 2 assists.
The Hornets hold a record of 30-31 this season. They average 19.0 personal fouls per game and excel at the free-throw line, shooting 81.9%. The team records 26.6 assists per game, placing them 13th overall in the league, while averaging 15.9 turnovers. Charlotte has accumulated 7,079 points this season (116.0 per game) and averages 46.3 rebounds per game. In terms of offensive efficiency, the Hornets connect on 46.1% of their field-goal attempts, ranking 24th in the league.
Defensively, Charlotte allows an opponent three-point shooting percentage of 36.3% (791 of 2,181) and gives up 80.2% at the free-throw line. They allow an average of 26.7 assists and 39.2 rebounds per game, ranking 13th and 1st in the NBA. The Hornets rank 10th in points allowed per game with 113.0 and force 12.7 turnovers while allowing a field goal percentage of 47.2% (19th in the league).
Who will emerge victorious against the spread in tonight’s NBA matchup?
Prediction: Choose Dallas
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