NBA · Final

Nuggets Edge Mavericks in High-Scoring Thriller

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142

Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Ball Arena

Denver Nuggets 142, Dallas Mavericks 135, 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 Dallas Mavericks vs Denver Nuggets?

Denver Nuggets beat Dallas Mavericks 142-135 at Ball Arena on March 25, 2026.

Who was favored in Dallas Mavericks vs Denver Nuggets?

Denver Nuggets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -650 (about 87% implied). The favorite won.

In a thrilling matchup at Ball Arena, the Denver Nuggets narrowly defeated the Dallas Mavericks with a final score of 142-135. This victory allowed the Nuggets to take a 3-2 lead in the series, which is now tied at 2-2 overall. The game showcased the Nuggets' offensive prowess, as they averaged 123.5 points in their last ten games, while the Mavericks struggled defensively, allowing an average of 127.5 points during the same stretch.

The Nuggets entered this game with a solid home record of 46-28, having won six of their last ten games, including a three-game winning streak. They scored an impressive 128 points against the Portland Trail Blazers just days prior, and their scoring average at home was 123.2 points in the last five games. In contrast, the Mavericks, with a dismal away record of 23-50, were on a four-game losing streak and had only managed to win two of their last ten games, averaging 115.2 points while allowing 127.5.

Historically, the Nuggets have performed well against the Mavericks, leading the head-to-head record 4-3 in their last seven meetings. Notably, the last encounter between these two teams ended with the Mavericks winning 118-109 on January 15, 2026. However, the Nuggets had previously secured a close victory against the Mavericks earlier this season, losing only by a single point in a 130-131 game on December 24, 2025.

In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges. The Nuggets had Aaron Gordon and Trevon Brazile listed as day-to-day, while the Mavericks were missing key players, including Santi Aldama, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II, all of whom were also day-to-day. The absence of these players could have impacted the Mavericks' performance as they struggled to maintain consistency on both ends of the court.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, indicated that the Nuggets were favored with a spread of -10.5 and a moneyline of -650. The total points for the game were set at 246.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair. This was evident as both teams pushed the pace, resulting in a combined total that exceeded the betting line.

Conditions in Ball Arena were favorable for a high-energy game, with fans providing a strong home-court advantage for the Nuggets. Viewers were treated to a display of scoring, with both teams exchanging leads throughout the match. The Nuggets' ability to capitalize on free throws in the final moments, including contributions from players like Peyton Watson and Bruce Brown, proved crucial in sealing their victory.

Overall, the game was a testament to the Nuggets' offensive capabilities, while the Mavericks continued to search for answers as they faced their fifth consecutive loss. As the series progresses, both teams will look to make necessary adjustments to improve their standings.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DEN -10.5	246.5 o -108 / u -112	Dallas Mavericks +470 · Denver Nuggets -650

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Injury report

Aaron GordonDay-To-DayCalfDenver Nuggets
Trevon BrazileDay-To-DayUndisclosedDenver Nuggets
Santi AldamaDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
Kyrie IrvingDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
Dereck Lively IIDay-To-DayFootDallas Mavericks

Leaders

PointsJamal Murray53Denver Nuggets
AssistsNikola Jokic19Denver Nuggets
ReboundsNikola Jokic21Denver Nuggets
PointsCooper Flagg26Dallas Mavericks
AssistsCooper Flagg7Dallas Mavericks
ReboundsP.J. Washington15Dallas Mavericks

Recent form

Denver Nuggets

Last 10: 6-4Streak W3123.5 scored · 119.3 allowed per game4-1 at home

W125-123at Phoenix SunsMar 25
W128-112vs Portland Trail BlazersMar 22
W121-115vs Toronto RaptorsMar 21
L118-125at Memphis GrizzliesMar 19
W124-96vs Philadelphia 76ersMar 18
L125-127at Los Angeles LakersMar 15
W136-131at San Antonio SpursMar 13
W129-93vs Houston RocketsMar 12
L126-129at Oklahoma City ThunderMar 9
L103-142vs New York KnicksMar 7

Dallas Mavericks

Last 10: 2-8Streak L4115.2 scored · 127.5 allowed per game2-4 away

L131-137vs Golden State WarriorsMar 24
L131-138vs LA ClippersMar 22
L120-135vs Atlanta HawksMar 19
L111-129at New Orleans PelicansMar 17
W130-120at Cleveland CavaliersMar 15
L105-138vs Cleveland CavaliersMar 13
W120-112at Memphis GrizzliesMar 13
L112-124at Atlanta HawksMar 10
L92-122at Toronto RaptorsMar 8
L100-120at Boston CelticsMar 7

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
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
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Dallas Mavericks	Denver Nuggets
Field goals	48-97	50-89
Field goal %	49	56
Three-pointers	12-35	19-38
Three-point %	34	50
Free throws	27-34	23-29
Free throw %	79	79
Rebounds	42	45
Offensive rebounds	10	5
Defensive rebounds	32	40
Assists	31	36
Steals	3	1
Blocks	3	1
Turnovers	4	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	7	19
Fast-break points	12	27
Points in the paint	56	54
Fouls	22	27
Largest lead	4	13
Lead changes	18	18
Time in front	17	80

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter98-109Julian Strawther makes 27-foot three point jumper (Nikola Jokic assists)
3rd Quarter98-111Peyton Watson makes dunk (Nikola Jokic assists)
3rd Quarter99-111Brandon Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter100-111Brandon Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter102-111P.J. Washington makes 8-foot jump bank shot (Ryan Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter102-113Jamal Murray makes 6-foot floating jump shot
4th Quarter103-113P.J. Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter104-113P.J. Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-114Peyton Watson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter104-115Peyton Watson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter106-115P.J. Washington makes 2-foot reverse layup (Cooper Flagg assists)
4th Quarter106-117Jamal Murray makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter109-117Khris Middleton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ryan Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter109-120Jamal Murray makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter111-120Khris Middleton makes 12-foot two point shot (Ryan Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter111-122Spencer Jones makes driving layup (Cameron Johnson assists)
4th Quarter113-122Cooper Flagg makes 1-foot driving dunk
4th Quarter113-124Jamal Murray makes 2-foot two point shot
4th Quarter116-124Cooper Flagg makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter116-126Jamal Murray makes running layup (Nikola Jokic assists)
4th Quarter116-127Jamal Murray makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter118-127Cooper Flagg makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter121-127Max Christie makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cooper Flagg assists)
4th Quarter123-127P.J. Washington makes tip in dunk
4th Quarter126-127Max Christie makes 23-foot three pointer (Brandon Williams assists)
4th Quarter126-128Christian Braun makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter126-130Nikola Jokic makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Jamal Murray assists)
4th Quarter126-133Peyton Watson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nikola Jokic assists)
4th Quarter128-133P.J. Washington makes 1-foot dunk (Brandon Williams assists)
4th Quarter128-136Jamal Murray makes 24-foot three pointer
4th Quarter128-138Jamal Murray makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter129-138Naji Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter130-138Naji Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter130-139Peyton Watson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter132-139Cooper Flagg makes 3-foot two point shot
4th Quarter133-139Cooper Flagg makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter133-140Peyton Watson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter133-141Peyton Watson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter135-141Cooper Flagg makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Naji Marshall assists)
4th Quarter135-142Bruce Brown makes free throw 1 of 2