| MATCHUP | Dallas Mavericks | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 17-26 | 25-17 |
| Spread | +10.5 -115 | -10.5 -105 |
| Moneyline | +320 | -410 |
| Total | Over 230.5 (-105) | Under 230.5 (-115) |
| Where | Madison Square Garden, New York, NY | |
| When | Monday, January 19, 2026 | |
| Time | 05:00 PM EST | |
| TV | NBC | |
The Dallas Mavericks invade Madison Square Garden to take on the New York Knicks on Monday night. Here’s a Dallas Mavericks vs New York Knicks Prediction. This article will include a Dallas Mavericks vs New York Knicks Pick.
Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview
The Dallas Mavericks have been in decent form lately as they’ve won five of their last eight games overall and they will be aiming for a third straight victory after blowing past the Jazz in a 138-120 home win on Saturday. Klay Thompson drained six 3-pointers to lead the team with 23 points off the bench, Brandon Williams and Max Christie each scored 22 points while Naji Marshall chipped in with 16 points and six assists.
As a team, the Mavericks shot 54 percent from the field and 18 of 41 from the 3-point line as they stormed out of the gates with 42 points in the first quarter to take an early double digit. They just kept building on the lead until the margin ballooned to 23 points.
New York Knicks Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the New York Knicks have been mired in their worst slump of the season as they’ve lost eight of their last 10 games overall. They will be hoping to put an end to a three-game losing streak after falling short to the Suns in a 106-99 loss on Saturday. Karl-Anthony Towns led the team with 23 points and 11 rebounds, Miles McBride added 23 points with five assists on nine of 18 shooting while OG Anunoby chipped in with 21 points, eight rebounds and five assists.
As a team, the Knicks shot 40 percent from the field and 14 of 44 from the 3-point line as they held the Suns to just 19 points in the first quarter to take a narrow lead into halftime. They looked to be in control after taking a 10-point lead late in the third quarter before they allowed a 15-0 run to fall behind. Still, the Knicks were in the contest with a chance to go ahead until the Suns went on another 8-0 run to pull ahead for good.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Knicks have won each of their last 13 games at Madison Square Garden against Western Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Mavericks have lost each of their last seven games as road underdogs against Atlantic Division opponents following a win.
- The Knicks have covered the spread in each of their last eight games at Madison Square Garden against Western Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Mavericks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games as road underdogs against Atlantic Division opponents following a win.
Why the Dallas Mavericks will win
- The Knicks have lost six of their last eight games as favorites.
- The underdogs have won six of the Knicks’ last nine games.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four night games.
- The Mavericks have covered the spread in four of their last five games as underdogs against the Knicks.
Total Points Facts
- Five of the Mavericks’ last six games as road underdogs have gone OVER the total points line.
- Five of the Knicks’ last six games against Southwest Division opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
New York Knicks Player Facts
- Mikal Bridges is one of only five players in the league to have recorded 7+ steals in a game this season.
Dallas Mavericks Player Facts
- Naji Marshall ranks 5th amongst qualified Forwards for FG% (54.7%) this season.
- Brandon Williams leads all Mavericks players for steals per 36 minutes (1.9) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Knicks rank 3rd in the league for opponent offensive rebounds per game this season (10.4).
- The Knicks rank 3rd in the league for three-point percentage this season (37.6%).
- The Mavericks rank 29th in the league for opponent offensive rebounds per game this season (12.4).
- The Mavericks rank 2nd in the league for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (11.7).
Dallas Mavericks vs New York Knicks Prediction
The Mavericks are still missing D’Angelo Russell, Daniel Gafford, Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, and PJ Washington with Cooper Flagg listed as questionable. The Knicks are keeping an eye on Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart, who are both questionable for this contest. The Mavericks have been playing well lately despite missing so many key players to injury, but they could get Flagg back in action which would be handy against the Knicks who are getting desperate for a win now.
It’s tempting to go with the Mavericks to make this a contest and maybe even pull off the upset, but despite the Knicks’ recent struggles. This is a game the Knicks just have to win to get their season back on track. With the Mavericks so banged up at the moment, I will side with the Knicks to get a much-needed blowout win at home in this spot.