San Antonio Spurs vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/5

The San Antonio Spurs will visit the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night at the American Airlines Center. The game starts at 8:30 PM and will be shown on KFAA. The Spurs hold a strong record of 33-16 this season, while the Mavericks are at 19-31.

San Antonio sits second in the Western Conference, led by head coach Mitch Johnson. Their recent form includes a two-game winning streak. Dallas, under the guidance of coach Jason Kidd, ranks 12th in the conference and is looking to end a five-game losing streak.

Spurs vs Mavericks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: San Antonio Spurs vs. Dallas Mavericks
  • Venue: American Airlines Center
  • Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Spurs -6.5 (-113), Mavericks +6.5 (-110), Spurs MoneyLine -250, Mavericks MoneyLine +204, Over/Under 225.5

San Antonio Spurs Team Preview

The San Antonio Spurs have had a solid run in their recent games. They secured a win against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a score of 116-106. Victor Wembanyama was a standout, scoring 22 points and grabbing 14 rebounds.

On the season, the Spurs are scoring 116.9 points per game, placing them 11th in the league. They have a strong field goal percentage of 47.2%, which also ranks them 11th. Defensively, they allow 111.8 points per game, which is the 6th best in the league.

Injuries are affecting the Spurs, with several players out, including Kelly Olynyk and Jeremy Sochan. Despite these setbacks, the team continues to perform well. Victor Wembanyama leads the team with 24.1 points and 11 rebounds per game.

Dallas Mavericks Team Preview

The Dallas Mavericks are aiming to bounce back from a three-game losing streak. In their last game against the Boston Celtics, they lost 110-100. Cooper Flagg led the team with 36 points and 9 rebounds.

Cooper Flagg has been a key player for the Mavericks this season, averaging 20.1 points and 6.7 rebounds per game. Naji Marshall is also contributing with 14.5 points per game. The team has been struggling with injuries, with several players questionable or out.

The Mavericks have been strong on defense, allowing only 33.6% from three-point range, ranking first in the league. However, they need to improve their offensive efficiency, as they rank 24th in points per game. With a few players dealing with injuries, the team will rely on its depth to compete in upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Spurs are favored by 6.5 points against the Mavericks. The Spurs score 116.9 points per game and allow 111.8 points. The Mavericks score 113.8 points and allow 116.5 points. The Spurs have a strong defense, so picking them to cover the spread of -6.5 seems reasonable.

The over/under for the game is set at 225.5. The Spurs’ defense ranks 6th in points allowed, while the Mavericks struggle defensively, allowing 116.5 points. With both teams having defensive strengths and weaknesses, the game might not reach 225.5 points. Taking the under is a safe choice.