San Antonio seeks its first win after two tight opening tests, while Dallas returns home after a road victory with Cooper Flagg dealing with a shoulder injury. Wembanyama versus a depleted Mavericks frontcourt headlines the betting matchup.
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| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | SA -12.5 DAL +12.5 | SA -650 DAL +480 | O 230.5 U 230.5 |
| DraftKings | SA -12.5 DAL +12.5 | SA -575 DAL +425 | O 229.5 U 229.5 |
| BetMGM | SA -12.5 DAL +12.5 | SA -600 DAL +425 | O 230.5 U 230.5 |
| BetRivers | SA -11.5 DAL +11.5 | SA -625 DAL +450 | O 230.5 U 230.5 |
| Fanatics | SA -12.5 DAL +12.5 | SA -600 DAL +430 | O 230.5 U 230.5 |
| Bovada | SA -12.5 DAL +12.5 | SA -600 DAL +425 | O 229.5 U 229.5 |
| BetOnline.ag | SA -12.5 DAL +12.5 | SA -560 DAL +421 | O 230 U 230 |
| LowVig.ag | SA -12.5 DAL +12.5 | SA -552 DAL +430 | O 230 U 230 |
| MyBookie.ag | SA -12.5 DAL +12.5 | SA -575 DAL +400 | O 231 U 231 |
| BetUS | SA -12.5 DAL +12.5 | SA -560 DAL +430 | O 230 U 230 |
| Caesars | SA -12.5 DAL +12.5 | SA -600 DAL +430 | O 230 U 230 |
Injury Report
Dallas center Dereck Lively II remains out following right foot surgery, while Santi Aldama, Caleb Martin and Tarik Biberovic are also listed out. Cooper Flagg injured his left shoulder Friday against Indiana and did not return after halftime, making his status crucial to the Dallas offense. San Antonio has Tobias Harris and Jayden Quaintance out, with De'Aaron Fox and Keldon Johnson appearing on recent day-to-day listings. Check final availability before betting.
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Key Matchup Edge
San Antonio has the stronger proven interior deterrent, particularly with Dallas missing Dereck Lively II. Wembanyama can challenge drives and generate second chances against a thinner rotation, but consecutive-night scheduling and uncertainty around Fox lessen confidence in laying a large spread. The rebounding and rim-protection mismatch looks more durable than early-season shooting form.
3 Things to Watch
- Flagg shoulder status before opening tip
- Wembanyama blocks versus depleted Dallas interior
- Spurs fatigue on consecutive game nights
Betting Breakdown
The Spurs visit the Mavericks on Saturday at 8:00 p.m. ET following consecutive losses to Oklahoma City and Houston. San Antonio fell 114-110 to the Rockets on Friday despite 25 points and 13 rebounds from Victor Wembanyama. Dallas arrives at 1-1 after beating Indiana 121-105, with Kyrie Irving scoring 24 points and converting five three-pointers. The Mavericks also have a major late lineup question: Cooper Flagg left that victory with a left shoulder injury and did not return for the second half. Dallas is already missing center Dereck Lively II, making interior coverage of Wembanyama particularly important. San Antonio swept Dallas 4-0 last regular season and won both meetings at American Airlines Center. A market snapshot has the Spurs favored by 12.5 with a total of 230.5, but that number should be checked against available books before wagering. San Antonio owns the clearer frontcourt matchup while Dallas benefits from home court and an extra measure of momentum. The key variables are Flagg's availability and how well San Antonio handles the second night of a back-to-back.
San Antonio Betting Outlook
San Antonio opened with a 116-104 loss to Oklahoma City before dropping a 114-110 contest against Houston on Friday. Wembanyama supplied 25 points and 13 rebounds in the second loss, offering a strong path to controlling the paint in Dallas. The Spurs went 62-20 last regular season and covered all four meetings with the Mavericks. That history supports respect for San Antonio, but this is its third game in five days and the second half of a back-to-back. Tobias Harris and Jayden Quaintance are out, and the status of De'Aaron Fox deserves a final check. A large road spread calls for greater caution than the matchup alone suggests.
Dallas Betting Outlook
Dallas recovered from a 128-110 season-opening loss in Houston by winning 121-105 at Indiana on Friday. Kyrie Irving had 24 points with five made threes, and P.J. Washington added 20 points and 13 rebounds. The good result came with a concern: Cooper Flagg injured his shoulder and missed the second half. Dereck Lively II and Santi Aldama remain out, leaving the Mavericks short on size against Wembanyama. Dallas lost all four meetings with San Antonio last season and finished 26-56 overall. Home court and Irving's shooting offer a route to staying competitive, but Dallas needs reliable interior defensive possessions and an updated Flagg report.
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San Antonio Spurs vs Dallas Mavericks FAQ
What is the current spread for San Antonio Spurs vs Dallas Mavericks?
The current home spread is DAL +12.5, while the away spread is SA -12.5.
How far has the spread moved for San Antonio Spurs vs Dallas Mavericks?
The spread opened at DAL +11.5 and is now DAL +12.5.
What is the current moneyline for San Antonio Spurs vs Dallas Mavericks?
The current moneyline is SA -575 / DAL +425.
How far has the moneyline moved for San Antonio Spurs vs Dallas Mavericks?
The moneyline opened at SA -470 / DAL +360 and is now SA -575 / DAL +425.
What is the current total for San Antonio Spurs vs Dallas Mavericks?
The current total is 229.5.
How far has the total moved for San Antonio Spurs vs Dallas Mavericks?
The total opened at 230.5 and is now 229.5.
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What is the biggest matchup edge for San Antonio Spurs vs Dallas Mavericks?
San Antonio has the stronger proven interior deterrent, particularly with Dallas missing Dereck Lively II. Wembanyama can challenge drives and generate second chances against a thinner rotation, but consecutive-night scheduling and uncertainty around Fox lessen confidence in laying a large spread. The rebounding and rim-protection mismatch looks more durable than early-season shooting form.
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