Timberwolves Dominate Mavericks in Dallas Showdown
Monday, March 30, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · American Airlines Center
Minnesota Timberwolves 124, Dallas Mavericks 94, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Minnesota Timberwolves vs Dallas Mavericks?
Minnesota Timberwolves beat Dallas Mavericks 124-94 at American Airlines Center on March 30, 2026.
Who was favored in Minnesota Timberwolves vs Dallas Mavericks?
Minnesota Timberwolves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -355 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a decisive victory over the Dallas Mavericks, winning 124-94 at the American Airlines Center. This game marked the Timberwolves' continued dominance in the series, as they have now swept the Mavericks 4-0 this season. The Timberwolves showcased their strength with a solid performance, while the Mavericks struggled to find their rhythm, reflecting their challenging season.
The Mavericks entered the game with a home record of 24-51, while the Timberwolves boasted a much stronger away record of 46-29. In their last ten games, the Mavericks had a record of 3-7, with an average of 119.5 points scored but allowing 126.8 points per game. Their recent form included a win against the Portland Trail Blazers but was marred by multiple losses, including a 131-137 defeat to the Golden State Warriors and a 120-135 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Conversely, the Timberwolves had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, averaging 113 points scored and 113.8 points allowed, although they entered this game on a one-game losing streak after a loss to the Detroit Pistons.
In terms of home versus away performance, the Mavericks struggled at home with a record of 0-4 in their last five games, while the Timberwolves had a more balanced away record of 2-3 in their last five. This disparity was evident in the game, as the Timberwolves capitalized on their away form.
Historically, the Timberwolves have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Mavericks, winning five of the last six encounters. Their previous matchups this season included a 122-111 victory on February 21 and a 118-105 win on January 29, both in favor of the Timberwolves. The Mavericks' only win in the last six meetings came in October 2025.
In terms of injuries, the Mavericks faced significant challenges with key players Santi Aldama, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II listed as day-to-day due to knee and foot issues. The Timberwolves were without Donte DiVincenzo, who was ruled out with an Achilles injury. The absence of these players likely impacted the Mavericks' performance, especially against a strong Timberwolves lineup.
The betting market reflected the Timberwolves' expected dominance, with DraftKings listing them as 8.5-point favorites. The total points line was set at 236.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring game. The moneyline odds favored the Timberwolves at -355, while the Mavericks were at +280.
Conditions for the game were standard for an indoor basketball matchup, with no significant weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to a display of offensive prowess from the Timberwolves, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they outscored the Mavericks significantly. Key scoring plays included a three-point jumper by John Poulakidas and a dunk by Joan Beringer, which highlighted the Timberwolves' offensive depth.
Overall, this game underscored the Timberwolves' strength in the league and their ability to capitalize on the Mavericks' struggles. The Mavericks will need to regroup and address their injury concerns as they continue their season, while the Timberwolves look to build on this momentum.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIN -8.5 | 236.5 o -110 / u -110 | Minnesota Timberwolves -355 · Dallas Mavericks +280 |
Injury report
- Santi AldamaDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
- Kyrie IrvingDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
- Dereck Lively IIDay-To-DayFootDallas Mavericks
- Donte DiVincenzoOutAchillesMinnesota Timberwolves
Leaders
- PointsDaniel Gafford21Dallas Mavericks
- AssistsBrandon Williams7Dallas Mavericks
- ReboundsDaniel Gafford8Dallas Mavericks
- PointsJulius Randle24Minnesota Timberwolves
- AssistsAyo Dosunmu12Minnesota Timberwolves
- ReboundsAyo Dosunmu15Minnesota Timberwolves
Recent form
Dallas Mavericks
Last 10: 3-7Streak W1119.5 scored · 126.8 allowed per game0-4 at home
- W100-93at Portland Trail BlazersMar 28
- L135-142at Denver NuggetsMar 26
- 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
Minnesota Timberwolves
Last 10: 5-5Streak L1113 scored · 113.8 allowed per game2-3 away
- L87-109vs Detroit PistonsMar 28
- W110-108vs Houston RocketsMar 26
- W102-92at Boston CelticsMar 23
- L104-108vs Portland Trail BlazersMar 21
- W147-111vs Utah JazzMar 19
- W116-104vs Phoenix SunsMar 18
- L103-116at Oklahoma City ThunderMar 15
- W127-117at Golden State WarriorsMar 14
- L128-153at LA ClippersMar 12
- L106-120at Los Angeles LakersMar 11
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 | Minnesota Timberwolves | Dallas Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 51-96 | 31-89 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 35 |
| Three-pointers | 14-31 | 7-29 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 24 |
| Free throws | 8-12 | 25-34 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 51 | 53 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 45 | 39 |
| Assists | 33 | 21 |
| Steals | 8 | 6 |
| Blocks | 6 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 33 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 68 | 42 |
| Fouls | 27 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 33 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 93 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter83-64Daniel Gafford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter85-64Anthony Edwards makes 5-foot two point shot (Bones Hyland assists)
- 3rd Quarter86-64Anthony Edwards makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter86-66Daniel Gafford makes 2-foot dunk (Ryan Nembhard assists)
- 3rd Quarter86-68Daniel Gafford makes dunk (Ryan Nembhard assists)
- 3rd Quarter87-68Julius Randle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter88-68Rudy Gobert makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter89-68Rudy Gobert makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter91-68Rudy Gobert makes running layup (Kyle Anderson assists)
- 3rd Quarter91-69Daniel Gafford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter94-69Julius Randle makes 25-foot three point jumper (Anthony Edwards assists)
- 3rd Quarter94-71Daniel Gafford makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter94-72Dwight Powell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-73Dwight Powell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter96-73Naz Reid makes 13-foot floating jump shot (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
- 4th Quarter98-73Ayo Dosunmu makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter100-73Naz Reid makes two point shot (Kyle Anderson assists)
- 4th Quarter102-73Bones Hyland makes running layup (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
- 4th Quarter102-75Daniel Gafford makes 1-foot dunk
- 4th Quarter102-77Cooper Flagg makes running layup (Klay Thompson assists)
- 4th Quarter105-77Naz Reid makes 22-foot three point jumper (Julius Randle assists)
- 4th Quarter105-78Cooper Flagg makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-78Bones Hyland makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
- 4th Quarter107-79Brandon Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-80Brandon Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-80Julius Randle makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bones Hyland assists)
- 4th Quarter112-80Ayo Dosunmu makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter112-83John Poulakidas makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Ryan Nembhard assists)
- 4th Quarter114-83Joan Beringer makes alley oop dunk (Terrence Shannon Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter116-83Terrence Shannon Jr. makes running layup (Kyle Anderson assists)
- 4th Quarter116-84Dwight Powell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-85John Poulakidas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-86John Poulakidas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-89John Poulakidas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dwight Powell assists)
- 4th Quarter118-89Joan Beringer makes dunk (Kyle Anderson assists)
- 4th Quarter118-92Ryan Nembhard makes 25-foot running pullup jump shot (AJ Johnson assists)
- 4th Quarter120-92Joan Beringer makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter122-92Terrence Shannon Jr. makes 1-foot running dunk
- 4th Quarter122-94Tyler Smith makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter124-94Jaylen Clark makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Dallas Mavericks, below favours Minnesota Timberwolves.
Venue
- American Airlines CenterDallas, TX
- Attendance20021
- OfficialsCourtney Kirkland, Gediminas Petraitis, Robert Hussey
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