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Mavericks Edge Wizards in Close Contest

Dallas Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks3-7
111
Washington Wizards
Washington Wizards1-9
105

Saturday, November 8, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Capital One Arena

Dallas Mavericks 111, Washington Wizards 105, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Dallas Mavericks vs Washington Wizards?

Dallas Mavericks beat Washington Wizards 111-105 at Capital One Arena on November 8, 2025.

The Dallas Mavericks secured a narrow victory over the Washington Wizards, finishing the game with a score of 111 to 105 at the Capital One Arena. This match 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 Wizards had previously defeated the Mavericks 117-107 in their last encounter on October 25, 2025.

Both teams have struggled recently, with the Wizards holding a home record of 1-9 and the Mavericks at 3-7 overall. The Wizards have been on a particularly rough stretch, losing their last seven games, while their average scoring during this span has been 112.9 points, coupled with an alarming average of 129.1 points allowed. In their last ten games, they have managed only two wins, with their last five games resulting in an average of 105.2 points scored and 131.0 points allowed.

Conversely, the Mavericks have also faced difficulties, losing their last four games and holding an away record of 0-4. Their average scoring in the last ten games stands at 105.1 points, with an average of 116.0 points allowed. In their last five games, they have averaged 104.4 points scored and 111.2 points allowed.

In terms of injuries, the Wizards were missing Jamir Watkins due to a knee issue, while Alex Sarr, Anthony Davis, and Trae Young were all listed as day-to-day with various ailments. The Mavericks had Santi Aldama, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II listed as day-to-day, all dealing with knee or foot injuries.

The game conditions were competitive, and viewers witnessed a series of critical scoring plays in the fourth quarter that ultimately determined the outcome. Naji Marshall's two-point shot, assisted by Cooper Flagg, gave the Mavericks a crucial lead at 104-101. Following that, P.J. Washington extended the lead with a driving shot, and although the Wizards fought back with a tip shot from Alex Sarr, the Mavericks maintained their composure to secure the victory.

The market had priced the game with the Mavericks favored to win, reflecting the Wizards' ongoing struggles. The final outcome confirmed the Mavericks' ability to edge out their opponents in a tightly contested match, showcasing the resilience needed to overcome their recent losing streak.

Injury report

  • Jamir WatkinsOutKneeWashington Wizards
  • Alex SarrDay-To-DayFootWashington Wizards
  • Anthony DavisDay-To-DayFingerWashington Wizards
  • Trae YoungDay-To-DayQuadricepsWashington Wizards
  • Santi AldamaDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
  • Kyrie IrvingDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
  • Dereck Lively IIDay-To-DayFootDallas Mavericks

Leaders

  • PointsCJ McCollum25Washington Wizards
  • AssistsAlex Sarr5Washington Wizards
  • ReboundsTre Johnson9Washington Wizards
  • PointsNaji Marshall30Dallas Mavericks
  • AssistsBrandon Williams6Dallas Mavericks
  • ReboundsP.J. Washington9Dallas Mavericks

Recent form

Washington Wizards

Last 10: 2-8Streak L7112.9 scored · 129.1 allowed per game0-4 at home

  • L115-148vs Cleveland CavaliersNov 8
  • L107-136at Boston CelticsNov 6
  • L102-119at New York KnicksNov 4
  • L94-125vs Orlando MagicNov 1
  • L108-127at Oklahoma City ThunderOct 31
  • L134-139vs Philadelphia 76ersOct 28
  • L113-139vs Charlotte HornetsOct 26
  • W117-107at Dallas MavericksOct 25
  • L120-133at Milwaukee BucksOct 23
  • W119-118at Miami HeatApr 13

Dallas Mavericks

Last 10: 2-8Streak L4105.1 scored · 116 allowed per game0-4 away

  • L104-118at Memphis GrizzliesNov 8
  • L99-101vs New Orleans PelicansNov 6
  • L102-110at Houston RocketsNov 4
  • L110-122at Detroit PistonsNov 2
  • W107-105vs Indiana PacersOct 30
  • L94-101vs Oklahoma City ThunderOct 28
  • W139-129vs Toronto RaptorsOct 26
  • L107-117vs Washington WizardsOct 25
  • L92-125vs San Antonio SpursOct 23
  • L97-132at Memphis GrizzliesApr 13

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
San Antonio-20L1.75662
Houston1030W1.63452
New Orleans3656L2.31726
Dallas3656W1.31726
Memphis3757L8.30525
Atlanta-36L1.56146
Orlando137L1.54945
Charlotte238W1.53744
Miami339W2.52443
Washington2965L10.20717

Box score

StatDallas MavericksWashington Wizards
Field goals42-9337-89
Field goal %4542
Three-pointers6-2411-35
Three-point %2531
Free throws21-3020-23
Free throw %7087
Rebounds5144
Offensive rebounds1612
Defensive rebounds3532
Assists2617
Steals157
Blocks67
Turnovers1318
Team turnovers00
Technical fouls10
Technical fouls, total10
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1623
Fast-break points3313
Points in the paint6644
Fouls1721
Largest lead148

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter71-72Alex Sarr makes tip shot
  2. 3rd Quarter73-72Cooper Flagg makes two point shot
  3. 3rd Quarter73-74Cam Whitmore makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
  4. 3rd Quarter73-76Alex Sarr makes 1-foot dunk (Malaki Branham assists)
  5. 3rd Quarter75-76Jaden Hardy makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Brandon Williams assists)
  6. 3rd Quarter75-79Cam Whitmore makes 26-foot three pointer (Marvin Bagley III assists)
  7. 3rd Quarter75-81Marvin Bagley III makes 1-foot dunk (Bub Carrington assists)
  8. 3rd Quarter77-81Moussa Cisse makes 3-foot dunk (P.J. Washington assists)
  9. 3rd Quarter77-82Corey Kispert makes free throw 1 of 2
  10. 3rd Quarter77-84Marvin Bagley III makes dunk
  11. 3rd Quarter79-84Naji Marshall makes finger roll layup
  12. 3rd Quarter82-84Naji Marshall makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dwight Powell assists)
  13. 3rd Quarter82-86Malaki Branham makes two point shot
  14. 4th Quarter82-88Marvin Bagley III makes layup
  15. 4th Quarter82-90CJ McCollum makes 1-foot step back jumpshot
  16. 4th Quarter85-90Naji Marshall makes 23-foot three point jumper (P.J. Washington assists)
  17. 4th Quarter85-91Bub Carrington makes technical free throw
  18. 4th Quarter86-91Naji Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
  19. 4th Quarter87-91Naji Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
  20. 4th Quarter87-94Bub Carrington makes 26-foot three point jumper (Malaki Branham assists)
  21. 4th Quarter89-94D'Angelo Russell makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
  22. 4th Quarter91-94Max Christie makes two point shot
  23. 4th Quarter93-94Max Christie makes two point shot
  24. 4th Quarter96-94Brandon Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cooper Flagg assists)
  25. 4th Quarter98-94Cooper Flagg makes 8-foot two point shot (Moussa Cisse assists)
  26. 4th Quarter98-97Bub Carrington makes 26-foot three pointer
  27. 4th Quarter98-99Tre Johnson makes 14-foot running pullup jump shot
  28. 4th Quarter100-99Brandon Williams makes driving layup
  29. 4th Quarter100-100Alex Sarr makes free throw 1 of 2
  30. 4th Quarter100-101Alex Sarr makes free throw 2 of 2
  31. 4th Quarter101-101P.J. Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
  32. 4th Quarter102-101P.J. Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
  33. 4th Quarter104-101Naji Marshall makes two point shot (Cooper Flagg assists)
  34. 4th Quarter106-101P.J. Washington makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot (Naji Marshall assists)
  35. 4th Quarter106-103Alex Sarr makes tip shot
  36. 4th Quarter108-103P.J. Washington makes layup (Brandon Williams assists)
  37. 4th Quarter108-105Tre Johnson makes 11-foot two point shot
  38. 4th Quarter109-105Naji Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
  39. 4th Quarter110-105P.J. Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
  40. 4th Quarter111-105P.J. Washington makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Washington Wizards, below favours Dallas Mavericks.

Venue

  • Capital One ArenaWashington, DC
  • Attendance16258
  • OfficialsMark Lindsay, Phenizee Ransom, Jenna Reneau

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