Thunder vs Mavericks Prediction and NBA Tips - 8 May 2024
Last updated: May 8, 2024, 1:35AM | Published: May 4, 2024, 3:31PM
The Oklahoma City Thunder will take on the Dallas Mavericks in the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center on Wednesday, beginning at 11:30am AEST.
Led by the likes of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, the Thunder are looking to overcome a Mavericks team that includes Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and P.J. Washington.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Thunder vs Mavericks game, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed below.
Who Will Win: Thunder vs Mavericks
Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Oklahoma City-Dallas NBA Playoffs game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Thunder a 68% chance of beating the Mavericks at Paycom Center.
More: Thunder vs Mavericks Match Centre
Thunder vs Mavericks: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at Paycom Center are listed below:
- Head to Head: Thunder $1.57, Mavericks $2.72
- Line: Thunder -4 ($1.90), Mavericks +4 ($2.02)
- Total (Over/Under 219.5 Points): Over $2.00, Under $1.89
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 $1.57 and the Mavericks at $2.72.
The Thunder are listed as 4-point favourites against the Mavericks, with odds of $1.90 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Mavericks (+4) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $2.02.
The Over/Under for Thunder vs Mavericks is set at 219.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $2.00 and odds for the Under at $1.89.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Thunder (-4) have a 52% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 219.5 points has a 51% chance of staying Under.
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Thunder vs Mavericks: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Oklahoma City at $1.57 with Betfair (68% probability)
- Line: Thunder -4 at $1.90 with Betfair (52% probability)
- Total Points: Over 219.5 at $2.00 with Betfair
Today's Thunder vs Mavericks predictions are based on complex modelling and wagering intelligence to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
Despite the Under being more likely to hit in this game, Over 219.5 is our best bet due to the better odds ($2.00) that are available from Betfair.
Thunder vs Mavericks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Thunder vs Mavericks at Paycom Center on Wednesday has the Thunder winning 111-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Oklahoma City vs Dallas on Wednesday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Thunder vs Mavericks: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Thunder vs Mavericks without necessarily betting on the outcome of Wednesday's game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to lead the way for the Thunder with 33 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists, while Luka Doncic is projected to finish with 35 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists for the Mavericks.
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 33 | 7 | 8 |
| Jalen Williams | 24 | 6 | 7 |
| Chet Holmgren | 19 | 9 | 3 |
| Josh Giddey | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Luguentz Dort | 13 | 4 | 2 |
Mavericks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luka Doncic | 35 | 10 | 11 |
| Kyrie Irving | 27 | 6 | 5 |
| P.J. Washington | 13 | 7 | 2 |
| Dereck Lively | 10 | 7 | 1 |
| Derrick Jones | 10 | 4 | 1 |
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis before the Oklahoma City vs Dallas game at Paycom Center.
As always, check out Stats Insider's Best Bets to get betting tips on every NBA game, as well as a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Thunder vs Mavericks: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Thunder and Mavericks in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to tip off at 11:30am AEST on Wednesday.
- Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks
- Date: Wednesday 8 May 2024
- Time: 11:30am AEST
- Venue: Paycom Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) 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 expert 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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