The Mavericks have had good success against the Suns in the past, winning the head to head series and covering in the last five of six games they have played. The Suns are back home coming into this game off of two road losses to Portland and the Kings. Luka Donkic is carrying this Dallas team and he does well against this team. These two teams always play a close tight game so getting 4.5 points is enough to take the underdog who is more than capable of staying in this game and winning it as they have the talent to trade buckets with Durant and Booker. The Suns haven't looked as strong lately and with recent injuries in their roster they could struggle in this game as they are only 7-8 at home in their last 15 games. This is a spot that the Mavericks can take advantage of, a national spot on Christmas, look for a great effort from the Mavericks as they are 9-6 on the road.

Phoenix are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games. Phoenix are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games at home. Phoenix are 9-2 SU in their last 11 games when playing at home against Dallas. Phoenix are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games against an opponent in the Western Conference conference. Dallas are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games against Phoenix. Phoenix is 2-11 ATS after having lost 2 of their last 3 games this season. Phoenix is 4-12 ATS after a game where they failed to cover the spread this season.

Best bet: take the points with Dallas.