NBA · Final

Mavericks Edge Kings in Close Contest

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Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 11:00 PM ET · Golden 1 Center

Dallas Mavericks 100, Sacramento Kings 98, 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 Sacramento Kings?

Dallas Mavericks beat Sacramento Kings 100-98 at Golden 1 Center on January 6, 2026.

Who was favored in Dallas Mavericks vs Sacramento Kings?

Dallas Mavericks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -192 (about 66% implied). The favorite won.

The Dallas Mavericks narrowly defeated the Sacramento Kings 100-98 in a tightly contested game at the Golden 1 Center. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the third meeting of the season between these two teams, with the series now tied at 1-1. The Kings had previously won their last encounter against the Mavericks on December 27, 2025, with a score of 113-107.

In terms of recent form, the Kings have struggled significantly, holding a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and currently on a five-game losing streak. They have averaged 108.8 points scored while allowing 121.9 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games have been particularly challenging, with an average of 99.4 points scored and 124.0 points allowed. At home, the Kings have a record of 2-4 in their last ten games.

Conversely, the Mavericks have a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, but they are coming off a win against the Houston Rockets. Their scoring average over the last ten games stands at 117.0 points, while they have allowed an average of 121.5 points. The Mavericks have struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-6 in their last six games.

The injury report for both teams is concerning, particularly for the Kings, who have multiple players listed as day-to-day. Domantas Sabonis (knee), Keegan Murray (ankle), Zach LaVine (hand), and De'Andre Hunter (eye) are all potential absences that could impact the team's performance. The Mavericks also have key players listed as day-to-day, including Santi Aldama (knee), Kyrie Irving (knee), and Dereck Lively II (foot).

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Mavericks favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 233.5. The odds for the over and under were both priced at -110. The moneyline showed the Kings at +160 and the Mavericks at -192, indicating a stronger expectation for a Mavericks victory.

The game conditions were competitive, with both teams battling for crucial points. The final moments of the game were particularly intense, featuring a series of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Naji Marshall made a crucial two-point shot to tie the game at 93, but DeMar DeRozan responded with a three-pointer to give the Mavericks a narrow lead. The back-and-forth scoring continued until Brandon Williams hit a three-pointer to secure the Mavericks' win.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the ongoing struggles of the Kings and the resilience of the Mavericks as they continue to navigate their season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DAL -4.5	233.5 o -110 / u -110	Dallas Mavericks -192 · Sacramento Kings +160

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Injury report

Domantas SabonisDay-To-DayKneeSacramento Kings
Keegan MurrayDay-To-DayAnkleSacramento Kings
Zach LaVineDay-To-DayHandSacramento Kings
De'Andre HunterDay-To-DayEyeSacramento Kings
Santi AldamaDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
Kyrie IrvingDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
Dereck Lively IIDay-To-DayFootDallas Mavericks

Leaders

PointsDeMar DeRozan21Sacramento Kings
AssistsDennis Schroder9Sacramento Kings
ReboundsMaxime Raynaud9Sacramento Kings
PointsCooper Flagg20Dallas Mavericks
AssistsCooper Flagg6Dallas Mavericks
ReboundsAnthony Davis16Dallas Mavericks

Recent form

Sacramento Kings

Last 10: 2-8Streak L5108.8 scored · 121.9 allowed per game2-4 at home

L98-115vs Milwaukee BucksJan 5
L102-129at Phoenix SunsJan 3
L106-120vs Boston CelticsJan 2
L90-131at LA ClippersDec 31
L101-125at Los Angeles LakersDec 29
W113-107vs Dallas MavericksDec 27
L127-136vs Detroit PistonsDec 24
W125-124vs Houston RocketsDec 22
L93-98vs Portland Trail BlazersDec 21
L133-134at Portland Trail BlazersDec 19

Dallas Mavericks

Last 10: 3-7Streak W1117 scored · 121.5 allowed per game0-6 away

W110-104vs Houston RocketsJan 4
L108-123vs Philadelphia 76ersJan 2
L122-125at Portland Trail BlazersDec 30
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

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
LA Lakers	-	29	W3	.646	53
Phoenix	8	37	W1	.549	45
LA Clippers	11	40	W1	.512	42
Golden State	16	45	L3	.451	37
Sacramento	31	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Dallas Mavericks	Sacramento Kings
Field goals	39-96	39-92
Field goal %	41	42
Three-pointers	8-27	9-31
Three-point %	30	29
Free throws	14-21	11-17
Free throw %	67	65
Rebounds	55	43
Offensive rebounds	15	8
Defensive rebounds	40	35
Assists	19	23
Steals	6	11
Blocks	3	6
Turnovers	16	12
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	19	19
Fast-break points	19	30
Points in the paint	58	50
Fouls	12	20
Largest lead	2	12
Lead changes	11	11
Time in front	4	90

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter57-69Maxime Raynaud makes 11-foot floating jump shot (Russell Westbrook assists)
3rd Quarter58-69Brandon Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter60-69Brandon Williams makes driving layup
3rd Quarter61-69Anthony Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter62-69Anthony Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter64-69Anthony Davis makes tip in dunk
3rd Quarter64-71DeMar DeRozan makes 19-foot pullup jump shot (Dylan Cardwell assists)
3rd Quarter64-74DeMar DeRozan makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dennis Schroder assists)
3rd Quarter65-74Cooper Flagg makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter66-74Cooper Flagg makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter68-74Cooper Flagg makes tip in dunk
3rd Quarter70-74Brandon Williams makes running layup
3rd Quarter73-74Klay Thompson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brandon Williams assists)
3rd Quarter73-76Maxime Raynaud makes 11-foot floating jump shot (Dennis Schroder assists)
3rd Quarter75-76Brandon Williams makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter76-76Brandon Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter76-78Dennis Schroder makes driving layup
4th Quarter78-78Cooper Flagg makes running layup
4th Quarter78-80Dylan Cardwell makes layup
4th Quarter79-80Brandon Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter79-81Dennis Schroder makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter79-82Dennis Schroder makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter79-84Zach LaVine makes running layup (Dennis Schroder assists)
4th Quarter81-84Daniel Gafford makes two point shot
4th Quarter81-85Dennis Schroder makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter82-85Max Christie makes technical free throw
4th Quarter82-87Precious Achiuwa makes driving layup (DeMar DeRozan assists)
4th Quarter84-87Naji Marshall makes 6-foot two point shot
4th Quarter86-87Anthony Davis makes 2-foot layup (Ryan Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter88-87Naji Marshall makes running layup
4th Quarter88-89Dennis Schroder makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter88-91Zach LaVine makes running layup
4th Quarter90-91Naji Marshall makes two point shot
4th Quarter90-93Maxime Raynaud makes 2-foot running dunk (DeMar DeRozan assists)
4th Quarter93-93Naji Marshall makes 23-foot three point jumper (Max Christie assists)
4th Quarter95-93Brandon Williams makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter95-96DeMar DeRozan makes 27-foot three point jumper (Dennis Schroder assists)
4th Quarter97-96Cooper Flagg makes 10-foot two point shot
4th Quarter97-98DeMar DeRozan makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter100-98Brandon Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cooper Flagg assists)