Thunder vs Mavericks Prediction and NBA Tips - 15 March 2024
Last updated: Mar 15, 2024, 2:04AM | Published: Mar 14, 2024, 10:58AM
The Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Dallas Mavericks in NBA action at Paycom Center on Friday, starting at 1:00pm AEDT.
Led by star players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, the Thunder are aiming to beat a Mavericks team that includes Kyrie Irving, Tim Hardaway and P.J. Washington.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Thunder vs Mavericks game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are featured in this article.
Who Will Win: Thunder vs Mavericks
Using state-of-the-art computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Oklahoma City-Dallas NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Thunder a 77% chance of winning against the Mavericks at Paycom Center.
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Thunder vs Mavericks: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Paycom Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Thunder $1.25, Mavericks $4.80
- Line: Thunder -9.5 ($1.95), Mavericks +9.5 ($1.98)
- Total (Over/Under 233.5 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 Thunder at $1.25 and the Mavericks at $4.80.
The Thunder are 9.5-point favourites against the Mavericks, with odds of $1.95 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Mavericks (+9.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.98.
The Over/Under for Thunder vs Mavericks sits at 233.5 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 model, the Mavericks (+9.5) have a 53% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 233.5 points has a 56% chance of staying Under.
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Thunder vs Mavericks: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Dallas at $4.80 with Betfair (2.1% edge)
- Line: Mavericks +9.5 at $1.98 with Betfair (53% probability)
- Total Points: Under 233.5 at $2.00 with Betfair (56% probability) 🔥
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These Thunder vs Mavericks predictions are based on complex simulations and betting experience to provide you with the best possible advice every day of the year.
While the Thunder have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Mavericks to win is our preferred option because of the 2.1% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges seen on Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term success as a bettor.
Thunder vs Mavericks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Thunder vs Mavericks at Paycom Center on Friday has the Thunder winning 119-111.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full coverage of Oklahoma City vs Dallas on Friday, including pre-game predictions, the best betting tips, and live scores.
Thunder vs Mavericks: Player Props
Betting on Dallas vs Oklahoma City player props? Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict how each team's leading players will perform at Paycom Center.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to lead the Thunder with 35 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists, while Kyrie Irving is projected to finish with 28 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the Mavericks.
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 35 | 6 | 8 |
| Jalen Williams | 20 | 5 | 6 |
| Chet Holmgren | 20 | 8 | 4 |
| Josh Giddey | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Luguentz Dort | 12 | 4 | 2 |
Mavericks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyrie Irving | 28 | 5 | 6 |
| Tim Hardaway | 15 | 3 | 2 |
| P.J. Washington | 14 | 6 | 3 |
| Daniel Gafford | 12 | 8 | 2 |
| Dante Exum | 10 | 4 | 4 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Oklahoma City vs Dallas game at Paycom Center.
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Thunder vs Mavericks: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Thunder and Mavericks at Paycom Center is scheduled to start at 1:00pm AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks
- Date: Friday 15 March 2024
- Time: 1:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Paycom Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Oklahoma City vs Dallas predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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