Dallas at New Orleans

Dallas will look to put an end to the Pelicans' four-game win streak, three of which were against teams with losing records. The Mavericks are 11-18, but they have won and covered six of nine, although they do come off a 121-114 loss at Philadelphia. Dallas has won five of the past seven meetings. The Mavericks are 5-2 ATS in their past seven Monday games, and New Orleans is 3-15 straight up in its past 18 Monday contests. The Pelicans are #27 in the NBA, allowing 122.5 points per game. No. 1 draft pick Cooper Flagg has begun to come around and has averaged 29.7 points, seven rebounds, and 4.3 assists in his past three games for Dallas. The game is a near pick 'em. Take the Mavericks on the moneyline.