Mavericks vs Heat Prediction and NBA Tips - 8 March 2024
Last updated: Mar 8, 2024, 12:35AM | Published: Mar 7, 2024, 1:22AM
The Dallas Mavericks will take on the Miami Heat in NBA action at American Airlines Center on Friday, commencing at 11:30am AEDT.
Led by star players Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and P.J. Washington, the Mavericks are up against a Heat team that includes Bam Adebayo, Terry Rozier and Jimmy Butler.
Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Mavericks vs Heat game, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are featured below.
Who Will Win: Mavericks vs Heat
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Dallas-Miami NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Mavericks a 62% chance of beating the Heat at American Airlines Center.
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Mavericks vs Heat: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at American Airlines Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Mavericks $1.55, Heat $2.78
- Line: Mavericks -4.5 ($1.92), Heat +4.5 ($2.00)
- Total (Over/Under 229.5 Points): Over $1.92, Under $1.95
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Mavericks at $1.55 and the Heat at $2.78.
The Mavericks are listed as 4.5-point favourites against the Heat, with odds of $1.92 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Heat (+4.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $2.00.
The Over/Under for Mavericks vs Heat has been set at 229.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.92 and odds for the Under at $1.95.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Heat (+4.5) have a 53% chance of covering the line, while the 229.5-point Over/Under has a 53% chance of staying Under.
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Mavericks vs Heat: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Miami at $2.78 with Betfair (1.3% edge)
- Line: Heat +4.5 at $2.00 with Betfair (53% probability)
- Total Points: Under 229.5 at $1.95 with Betfair (53% probability)
Today's Mavericks vs Heat predictions are based on world-class modelling and wagering experience to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Mavericks have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Heat to win is our recommended option due to the 1.3% edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to being profitable in the long run.
Mavericks vs Heat: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Mavericks vs Heat at American Airlines Center this Friday has the Mavericks winning 116-112.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Dallas vs Miami on Friday, including pre-game predictions, free betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Mavericks vs Heat: Player Props
Looking for Miami vs Dallas player props? Stats Insider uses the best data available to predict how each team's leading players will perform at American Airlines Center.
Luka Doncic is expected to lead the Mavericks with 37 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists, while Bam Adebayo is projected to finish with 22 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the Heat.
Mavericks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luka Doncic | 37 | 8 | 11 |
| Kyrie Irving | 26 | 5 | 6 |
| P.J. Washington | 16 | 6 | 3 |
| Tim Hardaway | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| Josh Green | 8 | 4 | 2 |
Heat Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bam Adebayo | 22 | 10 | 5 |
| Terry Rozier | 21 | 4 | 7 |
| Jimmy Butler | 20 | 5 | 6 |
| Duncan Robinson | 15 | 3 | 4 |
| Jaime Jaquez | 11 | 4 | 3 |
Our model updates regularly, so refresh this article for the latest betting analysis before the Dallas vs Miami match-up at American Airlines Center.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips for every NBA game, as well as a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Mavericks vs Heat: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Mavericks and Heat at American Airlines Center is scheduled to start at 11:30am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Dallas Mavericks vs Miami Heat
- Date: Friday 8 March 2024
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: American Airlines Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Dallas vs Miami predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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