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Mavericks Edge Nets in Close Contest at Home

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Friday, December 12, 2025, 8:30 PM ET · American Airlines Center

Dallas Mavericks 119, Brooklyn Nets 111, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Brooklyn Nets vs Dallas Mavericks?

Dallas Mavericks beat Brooklyn Nets 119-111 at American Airlines Center on December 12, 2025.

Who was favored in Brooklyn Nets vs Dallas Mavericks?

Dallas Mavericks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -290 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Brooklyn Nets 119-111 at the American Airlines Center. This victory improved the Mavericks' record to 11-16, while the Nets fell to 6-19. The win also gave Dallas a 2-0 lead in their season series against Brooklyn.

The Mavericks entered this game with a mixed recent form, holding a 5-5 record over their last ten games. They were on a one-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Houston Rockets 122-109. Dallas averaged 114.2 points scored and allowed 114.5 points during this stretch. At home, they had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, scoring an average of 119.2 points while allowing 116.0.

Conversely, the Nets were also looking to build momentum after a recent win against the New Orleans Pelicans, where they triumphed 119-101. Their recent form showed a 4-6 record over the last ten games, with a scoring average of 108.1 points and an average of 111.1 points allowed. Brooklyn's away record was 2-4 in their last six games, but they had managed to win two of their last five, averaging 111.4 points scored and 109.2 points allowed.

In terms of injuries, the Mavericks had several key players listed as day-to-day, including Santi Aldama, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II, all dealing with knee or foot issues. The Nets also had a player, Nolan Traore, listed as day-to-day with a knee injury. The status of these players was a focal point leading into the game, as their absence could significantly impact each team's performance.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Mavericks favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 218.5. The odds reflected the Mavericks' home advantage and their recent form, which had shown some improvement. The moneyline was -290 for Dallas and +235 for Brooklyn, indicating a strong belief in a Mavericks victory.

The game itself was marked by competitive play, with both teams exchanging leads throughout. Dallas managed to pull ahead in the fourth quarter, thanks in part to key scoring plays from their players. Notably, Michael Porter Jr. made a crucial three-point jumper that tied the game at 110, but the Mavericks responded with a series of free throws from P.J. Washington, securing their lead and ultimately the victory.

As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a showcase of offensive talent from both sides, with Dallas capitalizing on their home court advantage. The Mavericks' ability to execute in the clutch moments proved decisive in sealing the win. The matchup highlighted the ongoing struggles for both teams, particularly for the Nets, who continue to seek consistency in their performance as they navigate a challenging season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DAL -7.5	218.5 o -112 / u -108	Brooklyn Nets +235 · Dallas Mavericks -290

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Injury report

Santi AldamaDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
Kyrie IrvingDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
Dereck Lively IIDay-To-DayFootDallas Mavericks
Nolan TraoreDay-To-DayKneeBrooklyn Nets

Leaders

PointsAnthony Davis24Dallas Mavericks
AssistsCooper Flagg8Dallas Mavericks
ReboundsAnthony Davis14Dallas Mavericks
PointsMichael Porter Jr.34Brooklyn Nets
AssistsTerance Mann7Brooklyn Nets
ReboundsNic Claxton10Brooklyn Nets

Recent form

Dallas Mavericks

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1114.2 scored · 114.5 allowed per game3-2 at home

W122-109vs Houston RocketsDec 7
L111-132at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 6
W118-108vs Miami HeatDec 4
W131-121at Denver NuggetsDec 2
W114-110at LA ClippersNov 30
L119-129at Los Angeles LakersNov 29
L102-106at Miami HeatNov 25
L96-102vs Memphis GrizzliesNov 23
W118-115vs New Orleans PelicansNov 22
L111-113vs New York KnicksNov 20

Brooklyn Nets

Last 10: 4-6Streak W1108.1 scored · 111.1 allowed per game2-2 away

W119-101vs New Orleans PelicansDec 6
L110-123vs Utah JazzDec 5
W113-103at Chicago BullsDec 4
W116-103vs Charlotte HornetsDec 2
L99-116at Milwaukee BucksNov 30
L103-115vs Philadelphia 76ersNov 29
L100-113vs New York KnicksNov 25
L109-119at Toronto RaptorsNov 23
W113-105at Boston CelticsNov 22
L99-113vs Boston CelticsNov 19

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20
San Antonio	-	20	L1	.756	62
Houston	10	30	W1	.634	52
New Orleans	36	56	L2	.317	26
Dallas	36	56	W1	.317	26
Memphis	37	57	L8	.305	25

Box score

Stat	Brooklyn Nets	Dallas Mavericks
Field goals	39-86	46-94
Field goal %	45	49
Three-pointers	17-39	10-30
Three-point %	44	33
Free throws	16-19	17-22
Free throw %	84	77
Rebounds	43	40
Offensive rebounds	9	9
Defensive rebounds	34	31
Assists	26	33
Steals	8	10
Blocks	5	8
Turnovers	17	14
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	3	0
Technical fouls, total	3	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	22
Fast-break points	16	24
Points in the paint	44	66
Fouls	22	20
Largest lead	5	8
Lead changes	23	23
Time in front	40	49

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter80-79Day'Ron Sharpe makes layup
3rd Quarter80-82Naji Marshall makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cooper Flagg assists)
3rd Quarter83-82Danny Wolf makes 25-foot three point jumper (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
3rd Quarter83-84Brandon Williams makes two point shot (Naji Marshall assists)
3rd Quarter83-86Cooper Flagg makes two point shot
3rd Quarter85-86Michael Porter Jr. makes driving layup (Danny Wolf assists)
3rd Quarter86-86Day'Ron Sharpe makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter87-86Day'Ron Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter87-88Cooper Flagg makes 3-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter87-90Dwight Powell makes dunk (Ryan Nembhard assists)
3rd Quarter88-90Danny Wolf makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter90-90Danny Wolf makes 7-foot two point shot (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
3rd Quarter92-90Noah Clowney makes two point shot
4th Quarter92-92Klay Thompson makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Max Christie assists)
4th Quarter94-92Noah Clowney makes driving layup
4th Quarter94-94Anthony Davis makes dunk
4th Quarter94-97P.J. Washington makes 23-foot three point shot (Klay Thompson assists)
4th Quarter97-97Danny Wolf makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter99-97Nic Claxton makes 4-foot two point shot
4th Quarter99-99Naji Marshall makes two point shot (Brandon Williams assists)
4th Quarter100-99Nic Claxton makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter101-99Nic Claxton makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter101-101Anthony Davis makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot (Naji Marshall assists)
4th Quarter101-102Anthony Davis makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter101-104Anthony Davis makes 1-foot alley oop dunk shot (Naji Marshall assists)
4th Quarter101-106Brandon Williams makes 3-foot two point shot
4th Quarter103-106Michael Porter Jr. makes two point shot (Terance Mann assists)
4th Quarter103-108Anthony Davis makes tip shot
4th Quarter104-108Nic Claxton makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter105-108Nic Claxton makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter107-108Danny Wolf makes 6-foot two point shot (Terance Mann assists)
4th Quarter107-110P.J. Washington makes 4-foot two point shot
4th Quarter110-110Michael Porter Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nic Claxton assists)
4th Quarter110-113Brandon Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cooper Flagg assists)
4th Quarter110-115Anthony Davis makes 4-foot two point shot (Brandon Williams assists)
4th Quarter111-115Danny Wolf makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter111-116P.J. Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter111-117P.J. Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter111-118P.J. Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter111-119P.J. Washington makes free throw 2 of 2