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Mavericks vs Hawks NBA Pick: Atlanta Looks To Make It 11 Straight (Mar 18)

Published Mar 17, 10:15am ET by

James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer

Last updated Mar 17, 10:15am ET

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The Hawks seek their 11th straight victory when they take on the Mavericks Wednesday night.

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  • The Mavericks are 23-46 after a 129-111 setback against the New Orleans Pelicans.
  • Meanwhile, Atlanta improved to 37-31 following a 124-112 victory over the Orlando Magic.
  • These teams previously met on Mar. 10, with the Hawks winning 124-112.

One of the games on Wednesday's NBA slate features the Dallas Mavericks hosting the Atlanta Hawks. Who comes out on top in our Mavericks vs Hawks pick?

Dallas Mavericks vs. Atlanta Hawks Overview Watch On: FDSSE

DATE & TIME

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026 @ 8:30PM ET
Dallas Mavericks
American Airlines Center
Dallas, TX
Atlanta Hawks
GAME ODDS
BetOnline
Dallas Mavericks +6.5 (-120)
Atlanta Hawks -6.5 (-100)

Mavericks hope to avoid their third loss in four games

Dallas enters this tilt having dropped two of its last three games. The latest setback was a 129-111 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.

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The Mavericks trailed by 13 points (67-54) at the break and failed to make a significant dent in the deficit during the second half.

Naji Marshall scored a team-high 32 points, pulled down eight rebounds, and handed out seven assists. Cooper Flagg registered 21 points, eight assists, and seven rebounds.

Atlanta looks to extend win streak to 11

On the other side, the Hawks come into this matchup riding the wave of an impressive 10-game win streak. Their latest conquest was a 124-112 victory against the Orlando Magic on Monday night.

Atlanta led 67-50 at halftime and extended its advantage to 21 points through three quarters. Despite Orlando's 29-20 scoring edge in the final frame, the Hawks managed to secure their 37th win of the season.

The home team got solid performances from multiple players. Nickeil Alexander-Walker poured in 41 points, along with seven rebounds and five assists. Jalen Johnson contributed 24 points, 15 rebounds, and 13 assists.

Mavericks vs Hawks NBA Pick

Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.

  • The Mavericks are 2-10 (SU) in their last 12 games.
  • Dallas is 2-5 ATS in its previous seven outings.
  • The Hawks are 10-0 (SU) in their last 10 contests.
  • Atlanta is 9-1 ATS in its previous 10 matchups.

The Mavs are 11-16 vs Eastern Conference opponents and 2-6 in their previous eight outings against Southeast Division teams.

Pick: Atlanta Hawks

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