Dallas Mavericks vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/6

The Dallas Mavericks will visit the Sacramento Kings at the Golden 1 Center on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. The game is set to start at 11:00 PM and will be aired on NBC. This game marks the beginning of the NBA regular season for both teams.

The Mavericks, coached by Jason Kidd, hold a record of 13-23. They recently secured a win against the Houston Rockets with a score of 110-104. On the other side, the Kings, led by Doug Christie, have a record of 8-28. They are looking to end their current five-game losing streak. Fans can expect to see key players like Anthony Davis for the Mavericks and Russell Westbrook for the Kings.

Mavericks vs Kings Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Dallas Mavericks vs. Sacramento Kings
  • Venue: Golden 1 Center
  • Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Mavericks Spread -5.5 (-110), Kings Spread +5.5 (-111), Mavericks MoneyLine -212, Kings MoneyLine +177

Dallas Mavericks Team Preview

The Dallas Mavericks are heading into their next game with a recent victory against the Houston Rockets. Anthony Davis was the standout player with 26 points and 12 rebounds. Max Christie also had a strong performance, scoring 24 points on impressive shooting.

The Mavericks have some challenges this season, ranking 24th in points per game. Their three-point shooting needs improvement, with only 10.6 three-pointers made per game. On defense, they allow 117.5 points per game, placing them 20th in the league.

The team is dealing with injuries, including key players like Kyrie Irving and Dante Exum. P.J. Washington is doubtful for the next game due to an ankle sprain. The starting lineup will likely include Ryan Nembhard, Max Christie, Cooper Flagg, P.J. Washington, and Anthony Davis.

Sacramento Kings Team Preview

The Sacramento Kings have had a rough stretch recently. They lost to the Milwaukee Bucks, Phoenix Suns, and Boston Celtics. In these games, the Kings struggled to keep up, scoring under 110 points each time.

On offense, the Kings are having a tough season. They rank 29th in points per game and 23rd in field goal percentage. Their three-point shooting is also low, ranking last in the league for both makes and attempts per game.

Injuries are impacting the team as well. Domantas Sabonis is out with a knee injury, and Keegan Murray is sidelined due to an ankle issue. These injuries add to the challenge for the Kings as they try to improve their record.

BTB Betting Pick

The Mavericks are favored by 5.5 points against the Kings. Dallas scores 113.5 points per game, while the Kings allow 122.2 points. The Mavericks’ defense is stronger, allowing 117.5 points. Given these stats, the Mavericks should cover the -5.5 spread. The projected score is Mavericks 119, Kings 113.

The total for the game is set at 230.5 points. The Mavericks allow 117.5 points per game, and the Kings score 110.3. Both teams have defensive struggles, which could lead to a high-scoring game. The projected total of 232 points suggests taking the over.