SportsLine's model just revealed its NBA predictions for the New Orleans Pelicans vs. Dallas Mavericks on Friday

Still without recent addition Anthony Davis, the Dallas Mavericks (30-26) are all set to host the New Orleans Pelicans (13-42) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. Despite Davis’ absence, the Mavericks are on a two-game winning streak and are currently eighth in the Western Conference.

Analyzing Friday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Mavericks will be without their top three big men for the next seven games. The team has pivoted by playing small-ball lineups.

Anthony Davis will be sidelined at least two more weeks with the groin injury sustained in his Dallas debut, while the Mavericks say their star forward is making good progress in his recovery

It’s been nearly two weeks since Anthony Davis suffered a left adductor strain in his first game with the Dallas Mavericks. There’s now a clearer idea of how long the Mavericks will be without their All-Star forward,

The Dallas Mavericks took the NBA by storm earlier this month with a massive trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a 14-year-old (2029 first-round pick).

Irving, who was acquired by Dallas in 2023 from the Brooklyn Nets, is in the second season of his three-year, $120 million contract (player option for 2025-26 season). Now, the Mavericks face another massive financial decision this offseason regarding Kyrie Irving’s future.

The Dallas Mavericks shook up the NBA by shipping Luka Doncic to Los Angeles, and now at the All-Star break, Dallas has work to do in the Western Conference.