The Dallas Mavericks head to the Mortgage Matchup Center to take on the Phoenix Suns. The game is set for Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 9:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on KFAA as both teams look to improve their standings in the Western Conference.
Dallas, led by head coach Jason Kidd, currently holds a 19-33 record. They are ranked 12th in the Western Conference and 4th in the Southwest Division. On the other hand, Phoenix, coached by Jordan Ott, has a 31-22 record. They stand 7th in the Western Conference and 2nd in the Pacific Division. Each team will aim to break their losing streaks and gain momentum in the regular season.
Dallas Mavericks Team Preview
The Dallas Mavericks are struggling lately, losing their last three games. They lost 138-125 to the San Antonio Spurs, despite Marvin Bagley III’s 16 points and 12 rebounds. In a previous game, the Spurs won 135-123, with Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall both scoring 32 points.
On the season, the Mavericks average 114.2 points per game, ranking them 22nd in the league. They excel in pace, with 102.2 possessions per game, placing them 3rd. However, their three-point shooting struggles, with just 11 made per game, ranking 28th.
Injuries are affecting the team with Kyrie Irving out due to knee surgery. Klay Thompson is questionable as he rests, and Khris Middleton’s trade status leaves his availability uncertain. For their next game, projected starters include Cooper Flagg and Max Christie, who contribute solid scoring.
Phoenix Suns Team Preview
The Phoenix Suns are coming off a narrow loss against the Philadelphia 76ers, with a final score of 109-103. Dillon Brooks led the team in scoring with 28 points, shooting nearly 48% from the field. Devin Booker also contributed with 21 points and 9 assists in that game.
In their recent game against the Golden State Warriors, the Suns fell short with a score of 101-97. Brooks once again led in scoring with 24 points, while Grayson Allen added 21 points and 4 assists. Mark Williams made a strong impact with 11 points and 10 rebounds.
On the season, the Suns rank 24th in points per game, averaging 113.6. They are also 25th in field goal percentage at 46.0%. Despite these challenges, they show strength in three-point shooting, making 14.6 threes per game, which ranks 8th in the league.
Betting Prediction
The pick for this game is the Suns -8.0. The Suns have a strong defensive record, allowing only 111.4 points per game, which ranks them fifth in the league. This solid defense will be key in keeping the Mavericks’ offense in check, especially since Dallas ranks 22nd in points per game.
The Suns also excel in limiting field goal attempts, allowing the third fewest in the league. This could disrupt the Mavericks, who rely heavily on their third-ranked possessions per game. The Suns’ ability to limit opponents’ scoring opportunities gives them a strong chance to cover the spread.
Offensively, the Suns make 14.6 three-pointers per game, ranking eighth. This contrasts with the Mavericks, who struggle with three-point shooting, ranking 28th in makes. The Suns’ proficiency from beyond the arc should help them build and maintain a lead.
- Pick: Suns -8.0
