NBA · Final

Blazers Edge Mavericks in Close Contest

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Monday, December 29, 2025, 10:30 PM ET · Moda Center

Portland Trail Blazers 125, Dallas Mavericks 122, 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 Portland Trail Blazers?

Portland Trail Blazers beat Dallas Mavericks 125-122 at Moda Center on December 29, 2025.

Who was favored in Dallas Mavericks vs Portland Trail Blazers?

Portland Trail Blazers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.

The Portland Trail Blazers narrowly defeated the Dallas Mavericks 125-122 in a thrilling matchup at the Moda Center. This game was notable as it marked the third encounter between these two teams this season, with the series now tied at 1-1. The Blazers improved their home record to 15-19, while the Mavericks fell to 12-23 on the road.

Both teams entered the game with similar recent form, as the Blazers had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, while the Mavericks also posted a 4-6 record. The Blazers had a scoring average of 112.5 points per game while allowing 118.8 points during this stretch. Their last five games saw them average 104.6 points scored and 108.0 points allowed. In contrast, the Mavericks averaged 118.2 points scored and allowed 121.5 points in their last ten games, with their last five averaging 116.2 points scored and 121.8 points allowed.

At home, the Blazers had a record of 3-3 in their last six games, while the Mavericks struggled significantly on the road, suffering six consecutive losses. In their previous meetings this season, the Blazers won the last matchup on December 29, 2024, with a score of 126-122, while the Mavericks had won the earlier encounter on November 17, 2025, with a score of 138-133.

In terms of injuries, the Blazers were without Shaedon Sharpe, who was out due to a knee issue. Both Damian Lillard and Ja Morant were listed as day-to-day with elbow and Achilles injuries, respectively. The Mavericks had Santi Aldama, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II all listed as day-to-day due to knee and foot injuries.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Blazers favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 232.5 points. The odds for the over and under were both listed at -110. The moneyline for the Blazers was -135, while the Mavericks were at +114.

The game conditions at the Moda Center were typical for a winter evening, providing a solid backdrop for the contest. Fans were treated to a closely contested match that showcased both teams' offensive capabilities.

As the game progressed, key moments defined the fourth quarter. Shaedon Sharpe made a crucial running layup with an assist from Deni Avdija, putting the Blazers ahead 120-117. Max Christie responded for the Mavericks with a tip shot, narrowing the gap to 120-119. Free throws from both teams kept the score tight, with Caleb Love and Sharpe contributing to the scoreboard in the final moments.

Ultimately, the Blazers held on to secure the victory, with the final score reflecting the intense back-and-forth nature of the game. Fans should look forward to the next matchup between these teams, as both squads continue to vie for position in the competitive NBA landscape.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	POR -2.5	232.5 o -110 / u -110	Dallas Mavericks +114 · Portland Trail Blazers -135

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Injury report

Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers
Santi AldamaDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
Kyrie IrvingDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
Dereck Lively IIDay-To-DayFootDallas Mavericks

Leaders

PointsDeni Avdija27Portland Trail Blazers
AssistsDeni Avdija11Portland Trail Blazers
ReboundsDonovan Clingan11Portland Trail Blazers
PointsMax Christie25Dallas Mavericks
AssistsCooper Flagg8Dallas Mavericks
ReboundsDaniel Gafford10Dallas Mavericks

Recent form

Portland Trail Blazers

Last 10: 4-6Streak W1112.5 scored · 118.8 allowed per game3-3 at home

W114-108vs Boston CelticsDec 28
L103-119vs LA ClippersDec 27
L106-110vs Orlando MagicDec 24
L102-110vs Detroit PistonsDec 23
W98-93at Sacramento KingsDec 21
W134-133vs Sacramento KingsDec 19
W136-131vs Golden State WarriorsDec 15
L120-143at New Orleans PelicansDec 12
L96-119at Memphis GrizzliesDec 7
L116-122at Detroit PistonsDec 6

Dallas Mavericks

Last 10: 4-6Streak L2118.2 scored · 121.5 allowed per game0-6 away

L107-113at Sacramento KingsDec 27
L116-126at Golden State WarriorsDec 25
W131-130vs Denver NuggetsDec 24
L113-119at New Orleans PelicansDec 23
L114-121at Philadelphia 76ersDec 21
W116-114vs Detroit PistonsDec 19
L133-140at Utah JazzDec 16
W119-111vs Brooklyn NetsDec 13
W122-109vs Houston RocketsDec 7
L111-132at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 6

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	Portland Trail Blazers
Field goals	46-91	46-97
Field goal %	51	47
Three-pointers	11-32	16-41
Three-point %	34	39
Free throws	19-24	17-22
Free throw %	79	77
Rebounds	41	48
Offensive rebounds	8	17
Defensive rebounds	33	31
Assists	33	27
Steals	6	3
Blocks	7	3
Turnovers	12	15
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	16
Fast-break points	19	7
Points in the paint	62	48
Fouls	19	24
Largest lead	4	17
Lead changes	13	13
Time in front	11	83

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter84-92Naji Marshall makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter84-95Caleb Love makes 26-foot three point jumper (Robert Williams III assists)
3rd Quarter86-95P.J. Washington makes tip shot
3rd Quarter86-97Donovan Clingan makes 2-foot layup (Toumani Camara assists)
3rd Quarter89-97Naji Marshall makes 25-foot three point jumper (Klay Thompson assists)
3rd Quarter90-97Naji Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter93-97Klay Thompson makes 26-foot three point shot (Naji Marshall assists)
4th Quarter94-97Daniel Gafford makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter96-97Klay Thompson makes 21-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter96-99Caleb Love makes driving layup (Donovan Clingan assists)
4th Quarter99-99Klay Thompson makes 25-foot running jump shot (Ryan Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter99-100Sidy Cissoko makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter99-101Sidy Cissoko makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter101-101Naji Marshall makes running layup (Cooper Flagg assists)
4th Quarter101-103Shaedon Sharpe makes tip shot
4th Quarter102-103Brandon Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-103Brandon Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter103-105Caleb Love makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter106-105Max Christie makes 22-foot three point jumper (Brandon Williams assists)
4th Quarter106-107Shaedon Sharpe makes two point shot
4th Quarter108-107Naji Marshall makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot (Cooper Flagg assists)
4th Quarter108-108Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter108-109Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter110-109Daniel Gafford makes dunk (Naji Marshall assists)
4th Quarter110-110Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter113-110Max Christie makes 24-foot three point jumper (Naji Marshall assists)
4th Quarter113-113Caleb Love makes 28-foot three point jumper (Toumani Camara assists)
4th Quarter115-113Brandon Williams makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot (Max Christie assists)
4th Quarter116-113Cooper Flagg makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter117-113Cooper Flagg makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter117-115Deni Avdija makes driving layup
4th Quarter117-118Caleb Love makes 26-foot three point jumper (Deni Avdija assists)
4th Quarter117-120Shaedon Sharpe makes running layup (Deni Avdija assists)
4th Quarter119-120Max Christie makes tip shot
4th Quarter119-121Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter122-121Max Christie makes 27-foot running jump shot (Brandon Williams assists)
4th Quarter122-122Caleb Love makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter122-123Caleb Love makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter122-124Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter122-125Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2