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Mavericks vs. 76ers prediction: Why Philadelphia is favored to win Saturday's NBA matchup [12/20/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Dallas Mavericks vs Philadelphia 76ers predictions for NBA Saturday.
The Philadelphia 76ers will face the Dallas Mavericks in NBA action at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Saturday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the 76ers as the most likely winner of the Mavericks vs. 76ers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the 76ers lineup will feature players like Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and Paul George, while the Mavericks will be led by Anthony Davis, Cooper Flagg and P.J. Washington.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Sixers vs. Sixers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NBA matchup between the Mavericks and 76ers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the 76ers a 56% chance of beating the Mavericks. Our predicted final score has the 76ers winning 114-112.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Mavericks and 76ers each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 226.5-point over/under also has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Mavericks vs. 76ers odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Mavericks | 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +2.5 (-102) | -2.5 (-112) |
| Moneyline | +130 | -138 |
| Total | o226.5 (-112) | u226.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Mavericks vs. 76ers picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Mavericks +2.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | 76ers | -138 |
| Total | Under 226.5 | -105 |
According to our NBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is 76ers to win.
Mavericks vs. 76ers player props
Looking for Mavericks vs. 76ers NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Anthony Davis is expected to lead the Mavericks with 22 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists, while Tyrese Maxey is projected to have 25 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists for the 76ers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Mavericks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Mavericks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Davis | 22 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| Cooper Flagg | 19 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 38 |
| P.J. Washington | 16 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 36 |
| Naji Marshall | 13 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 26 |
| B. Williams | 12 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 27 |
76ers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the 76ers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrese Maxey | 25 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 46 |
| Joel Embiid | 25 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 47 |
| Paul George | 17 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 35 |
| Quentin Grimes | 15 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 32 |
| VJ Edgecombe | 14 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 31 |
Mavs vs. Sixers game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the 76ers and Mavericks at Xfinity Mobile Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Dallas Mavericks vs. Philadelphia 76ers
- Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena
Conclusion
We predict the 76ers, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Mavericks on Saturday, with Anthony Davis projected for a game-high 49 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Mavericks vs. 76ers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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