The Dallas Mavericks have emerged as one of the hottest teams in the NBA winning eight of their last 10 games. They're 9-2 SU and ATS at American Airlines Center on the season and look like a good home favorite here against Portland.

The Trail Blazers have hit a rocky patch after a strong start and have dropped five of their last six, the most recent a 131-118 loss at San Antonio on Sunday, and defense has been a big issue during the slide.

They've failed to cover the spread in nine of their last 10 and the Trail Blazers are 2-6 ATS in the last eight meetings in Dallas.

8* play on Dallas Mavericks.