March 2, 2026, 11:45 p.m. ET<\/p>\n
The Dallas Mavericks<\/a> (21-39) visit the Charlotte Hornets<\/a> (30-31) Tuesday for a 7 p.m. ET tip from Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s<\/a> NBA odds around the Mavericks vs. Hornets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions<\/a> for the best bets.<\/p>\n Season series: Hornets lead 1-0<\/p>\n Dallas has dropped 3 games in a row after losing 100-87 against the Oklahoma City Thunder<\/a> Sunday while covering as a 16.5-point home favorite with the Under (236.5) hitting. F Caleb Martin scored a team-high 18 points while G Brandon Williams and G Max Christie each scored 14 points in the losing effort.<\/p>\n Charlotte has won 4 games in a row after dominating the Portland Trail Blazers<\/a> 109-93 Saturday, covering as 7-point home favorites with the Under (229.5) hitting. F Brandon Miller led all scorers with 26 points on 6-of-12 from 3, while F Moussa Diabate added a double-double (13 points, 11 rebounds). Five Charlotte players had at least 7 rebounds in the victory.<\/p>\n The Hornets won the first meeting 123-121 Jan. 29 with the Mavericks covering as 3.5-point home underdogs as the Over (226.5) hit.<\/p>\n Watch the NBA on Fubo!<\/a>Mavericks at Hornets odds<\/p>\n Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook<\/a>; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub<\/a> for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:35 p.m. ET.<\/p>\n Moneyline (ML): Mavericks +450 (bet $100 to win $450) | Hornets -625 (bet $625 to win $100)Against the spread (ATS): Mavericks +12.5 (-110) | Hornets -12.5 (-110)Over\/Under (O\/U): 229.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)Mavericks at Hornets key injuries<\/p>\n Mavericks<\/p>\n F Marvin Bagley III (neck) outF Cooper Flagg (midfront) doubtfulG Kyrie Irving (knee) outC Dereck Lively II (foot) outF Naji Marshall (finger) outF Caleb Martin (back) probableG Klay Thompson (adductor) questionableF P.J. Washington (ankle) questionable<\/p>\n Hornets<\/p>\n For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report<\/a>.<\/p>\n Mavericks at Hornets picks and predictionsPrediction<\/p>\n Hornets 118, Mavericks 101<\/p>\n PASS.<\/p>\n There is no value on the Hornets (-625), who are 7-3 over their last 10, to handle the Mavericks (+450), who are 2-8 in the same span.<\/p>\n BET HORNETS -12.5 (-110).<\/p>\n The Hornets have been sensational against the spread this season with a 39-22 ATS record, including 9-1 ATS over their last 10 games. They have covered in each of their last 7 games as favorites, including each of their last 4 games overall. They have won each of their last 4 games by at least 16 points. Additionally, the injury differential between the 2 teams is sure to play a big role.<\/p>\n BET UNDER 229.5 (-105).<\/p>\n .The Hornets have hit the Under in 2 of their last 3 games and have allowed 112 or fewer points in 7 of their last 10 games. They have a 24-37 Over record this season.<\/p>\n The Mavs have hit the Under in back-to-back games, scoring 105 or fewer points in each game. They have scored 111 or fewer in 5 of their last 8 overall and have hit the Under in 4 of their last 7.<\/p>\n For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com<\/a> and BetFTW<\/a>.<\/p>\n Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter\/X<\/a> and like us on Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n Access more NBA coverage:<\/p>\n HoopsHype<\/a> | Celtics Wire<\/a> | Nets Wire<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Rockets Wire<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Sixers Wire<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Thunder Wire<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Warriors Wire<\/a>\u00a0| LeBron Wire<\/a> |\u00a0Rookie Wire<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0List Wire<\/a><\/p>\n Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations. If you purchase through our links, the USA TODAY Network may earn a commission. Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.<\/p>\n Gambling involves risk. Please only gamble with funds that you can comfortably afford to lose.\u202f While we do our utmost to offer good advice and information we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of gambling.\u202f We do our best to make sure all the information that we provide on this site is correct. However, from time to time mistakes will be made and we will not be held liable. Please check any stats or information if you are unsure how accurate they are. No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain. All forms of betting carry financial risk and it is up to the individual to make bets with or without the assistance of information provided on this site and we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of following the betting tips provided on this site.\u202f Past performances do not guarantee success in the future and betting odds fluctuate from one minute to the next. The material contained on this site is intended to inform, entertain and educate the reader and in no way represents an inducement to gamble legally or illegally or any sort of professional advice.<\/p>\n Gannett may earn revenue from sports betting operators for audience referrals to betting services. Sports betting operators have no influence over nor are any such revenues in any way dependent on or linked to the newsrooms or news coverage. Terms apply, see operator site for Terms and Conditions. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. Call the National Council on Problem Gambling 24\/7 at 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ, OH), 1-800-522-4700 (CO), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN). Must be 21 or older to gamble. Sports betting and gambling are not legal in all locations. Be sure to comply with laws applicable where you reside. It is your sole responsibility to act in accordance with your local laws.<\/p>\n