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Recap - Mavericks Defeat New Orleans 108-92

New Orleans was scorched by Luka Doncic for 25 points as the Mavericks defeated the Pelicans 108-92 in NBA action on Monday.

The Mavericks were a -9.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 210.5.

Tim Hardaway Jr. had 17 points for Dallas and Jalen Brunson chipped in with 17 points. Jalen Brunson had 6 assists for the Mavericks, while Dwight Powell was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

New Orleans got 22 points from Jonas Valanciunas in a losing cause and another 22 points from Josh Hart. Devonte' Graham contributed 10 assists for the Pelicans, while Jonas Valanciunas had 11 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Dallas were victorious, as the score was 51-47 at the break.

The rebound battle favored Dallas as they grabbed 46 boards, while New Orleans only had 39

Dallas heads into a battle against the Bulls. New Orleans, meanwhile, will have their next action against Oklahoma City.