SportsLine's model just revealed its NBA predictions for the New Orleans Pelicans vs. Dallas Mavericks on Friday

Still without recent addition Anthony Davis, the Dallas Mavericks (30-26) are all set to host the New Orleans Pelicans (13-42) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. Despite Davis’ absence, the Mavericks are on a two-game winning streak and are currently eighth in the Western Conference.

Analyzing Friday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Luka Doncic's first three games with the Los Angeles Lakers haven't been amazing, and that's putting it kindly. He returned from a 22-game absence due to a calf strain before the All-Star Break and has not looked like the same Luka Doncic we became accustomed to seeing with the Dallas Mavericks.

Ticket prices for Doncic's first game back at the American Airlines Center in a purple and gold jersey on April 9 start at about $250 for the upper level, according to StubHub. Tickets in the lower bowl are going for up to at least $2,000. Some floor seats are going for almost $10,000.

Former Dallas Mavericks executive Haralabos “Bob” Voulgaris has made shocking comments about then-Mavericks star point guard Luka Doncic. BolaVip reported that Voulgaris, 49, has revealed some insights into the overall dynamics in the Mavericks’ organization during Doncic’s tenure from 2018 to 2025.