Thunder vs Mavericks Prediction and NBA Tips - 24 January 2025
Last updated: Jan 23, 2025, 9:45AM | Published: Jan 23, 2025, 12:57AM
The Oklahoma City Thunder will take on the Dallas Mavericks in NBA action at Paycom Center on Friday, beginning at 12:00pm AEDT.
With star players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein, the Thunder are up against a Mavericks team that includes Kyrie Irving, Daniel Gafford and Klay Thompson.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Thunder vs Mavericks game, plus the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Oklahoma City vs Dallas NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Thunder an 83% chance of winning against the Mavericks at Paycom Center.
Thunder vs Mavericks: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Paycom Center are listed here:
- Head to Head: Thunder $1.12, Mavericks $6.50
- Line: Thunder -13 ($1.91), Mavericks +13 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 220 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Thunder at $1.12 and the Mavericks at $6.50.
The Thunder are 13-point favourites against the Mavericks, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Mavericks (+13) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 220 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Mavericks (+13) are predicted to cover the line 56% of the time, while the 220-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Thunder vs Mavericks: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Dallas at $6.50 with Bet365
- Line: Mavericks +13 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 220 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Thunder vs Mavericks predictions are based on complex simulations and gambling experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Thunder have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Mavericks to win is our recommended option due to the 1.4% edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.
Thunder vs Mavericks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Thunder vs Mavericks at Paycom Center on Friday is the Thunder winning 115-104.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Oklahoma City vs Dallas game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Thunder vs Mavericks: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Thunder vs Mavericks without necessarily betting on the outcome of Friday's game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best data available to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to lead the Thunder with 30 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, while Kyrie Irving is projected to finish with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the Mavericks.
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 30 | 6 | 6 |
| Jalen Williams | 20 | 6 | 5 |
| Isaiah Hartenstein | 11 | 10 | 5 |
| Luguentz Dort | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| Aaron Wiggins | 8 | 3 | 1 |
Mavericks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyrie Irving | 21 | 5 | 5 |
| Daniel Gafford | 15 | 9 | 1 |
| Klay Thompson | 13 | 3 | 2 |
| Naji Marshall | 12 | 4 | 2 |
| P.J. Washington | 12 | 8 | 2 |
Our model updates regularly, so bookmark this article for the latest betting analysis before the Oklahoma City vs Dallas game.
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Thunder vs Mavericks: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Thunder and Mavericks at Paycom Center is scheduled to commence at 12:00pm AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks
- Date: Friday 24 January 2025
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Paycom Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
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 the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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