Naji Marshall (Dallas Mavericks) Over 2.5 Assists (-159)

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When targeting Naji Marshall for over 2.5 assists against the Cleveland Cavaliers, you're betting on a player in his groove. Marshall has been a facilitator of late, averaging 3.6 assists in his last five games. While the Cavs are a tough defensive unit, they've shown vulnerability to playmakers, and Marshall is riding a wave of confidence with a remarkable 10 out of his last 11 games hitting the over on this line. On the road, he's averaged 2.8 assists, and against Dallas specifically, he's managed at least 2.7 assists in their last encounters. With the Mavericks struggling to contain versatile players, the odds are in Marshall's favor to not only meet but exceed that 2.5 mark. If he continues to play with this level of aggression and vision, expect him to dish out some key assists as the game unfolds.

Max Christie (Dallas Mavericks) Over 2.5 Rebounds (-167)

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Max Christie has been quietly making a name for himself on the boards, and Sunday's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks presents a golden opportunity for him to shine. Averaging 3.8 rebounds over his last five games, Christie has consistently exceeded the 2.5 mark-hitting over in 10 of his last 12 outings. What's even more impressive is his performance on the road, where he's averaged 3.4 rebounds in his last five away games. The Mavericks have struggled to contain opposing wings, allowing players like Christie to exploit mismatches. With an expected stat value of 3.76, it's clear that he's poised to outperform the line. Plus, his recent form against Dallas-averaging 3 rebounds in their last matchup-suggests he's not intimidated by the competition. With a hit rate of 11 out of the last 15 away games, it's hard to ignore the value in taking the over on Christie's rebounding total.

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