Mavericks vs Thunder Prediction and NBA Tips - 19 May 2024
Last updated: May 19, 2024, 12:09AM | Published: May 16, 2024, 5:31AM
The Dallas Mavericks will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2024 NBA Playoffs at American Airlines Center on Sunday, commencing at 10:00am AEST.
Led by the likes of Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and P.J. Washington, the Mavericks are up against a Thunder side that includes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren.
Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Mavericks vs Thunder game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are featured in this article.
Who Will Win: Mavericks vs Thunder
Using detailed computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's Dallas-Oklahoma City NBA Playoffs match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Mavericks a 65% chance of beating the Thunder at American Airlines Center.
More: Mavericks vs Thunder Match Centre
Mavericks vs Thunder: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at American Airlines Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Mavericks $1.61, Thunder $2.60
- Line: Mavericks -3.5 ($1.91), Thunder +3.5 ($2.02)
- Total (Over/Under 208.5 Points): Over $1.92, Under $2.00
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 $1.61 and the Thunder at $2.60.
The Mavericks are 3.5-point favourites against the Thunder, with odds of $1.91 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Thunder (+3.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $2.02.
The Over/Under for total points scored has been set at 208.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.92 and odds for the Under at $2.00.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Mavericks (-3.5) have a 51% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 208.5 points has a 51% chance of going Over.
More: Live Scores for All Sports
Mavericks vs Thunder: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Dallas at $1.61 with Betfair (65% probability)
- Line: Thunder +3.5 at $2.02 with Betfair
- Total Points: Over 208.5 at $1.92 with Betfair (51% probability)
Stats Insider's Mavericks vs Thunder betting tips are based on market-leading simulations and betting experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Even though the Mavericks are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Thunder +3.5 is based on the probability of that happening, as suggested by our predictive analytics model, and the top odds available.
Mavericks vs Thunder: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Mavericks vs Thunder at American Airlines Center on Sunday has the Mavericks winning 106-102.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Dallas vs Oklahoma City on Sunday, including pre-game predictions, top betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Mavericks vs Thunder: Player Props
Player props are an exciting way to bet on Mavericks vs Thunder without necessarily betting on the outcome of Sunday's game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best data available to predict key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Luka Doncic is expected to step up for the Mavericks with 32 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is projected to have 33 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the Thunder.
Mavericks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luka Doncic | 32 | 11 | 10 |
| Kyrie Irving | 26 | 6 | 6 |
| P.J. Washington | 15 | 8 | 2 |
| Daniel Gafford | 11 | 8 | 2 |
| Dereck Lively | 10 | 7 | 1 |
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 33 | 7 | 7 |
| Jalen Williams | 22 | 6 | 6 |
| Chet Holmgren | 21 | 10 | 4 |
| Luguentz Dort | 13 | 5 | 2 |
| Isaiah Joe | 8 | 3 | 2 |
Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this page for the latest betting tips before the Dallas vs Oklahoma City game at American Airlines Center.
As always, check out our Best Bets to get betting tips on every NBA game, plus a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Mavericks vs Thunder: Preview
The NBA game between the Mavericks and Thunder in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to commence at 10:00am AEST on Sunday.
- Teams: Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder
- Date: Sunday 19 May 2024
- Time: 10:00am AEST
- Venue: American Airlines Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) unless otherwise noted.
Our Dallas vs Oklahoma City predictions have been made based on 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.
If you choose to use our NBA predictions for betting purposes, it's crucial that you gamble responsibly and manage your finances effectively. For free and confidential support, call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.
More on NBA
Stats Insider is your home for betting on the NBA in Australia, with the latest NBA betting news, predictions for every NBA game, and futures odds for the NBA.
