The Dallas Mavericks (44-29) take on the Houston Rockets (38-35). This is a Mavericks team on a six-game winning streak. Meanwhile, Houston is on an impressive 11-game winning streak. Both sides appear to be giving it their all for the final push during this regular season. Additionally, both sides have plenty to play for in terms of seeding.
But do you see the Rockets or Mavericks as more likely to extend their winning streak in Houston?
Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets Betting Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | MoneyLine |
| Dallas Mavericks | -1 -105 |
O 230.5 -110 |
-110 |
| Houston Rockets | +1 -115 |
U 230.5 – 110 |
-110 |
| **Odds Courtesy of DraftKings** | |||
Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets Game Details
- Fixture: Dallas Mavericks @ Houston Rockets
- Date and Time: March 31, 2024 @ 7:00 pm EST
- Location: Toyota Center in Houston, TX
Apex Tale of the Tape
| Dallas Mavericks | Vs. | Houston Rockets |
| 44-29 | Record | 38-35 |
| 116.4 | Points Per Game | 112.4 |
| 47.7 | FG% | 46.0 |
| 36.8 | 3PT% | 34.5 |
| 45.0 | Rebounds Per Game | 44.8 |
| 116.4 | Points Allowed Per Game | 112.4 |
| 47.7 | Defensive FG% | 46.0 |
| 36.8 | Defensive 3PT% | 34.5 |
| 76.8 | Defensive FT% | 75.7 |
| 45.0 | Defensive Rebounds Against | 44.8 |
| 5-0 | Last 5 W-L | 5-0 |
| 102.5 | Team Pace | 101.5 |
Key Stats
Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks are led in scoring by Luka Doncic. Doncic averages 33.8 points per game, 9.1 rebounds per game, and 9.8 assists per game. However, he’s listed as a game-time decision. Additionally, Kyrie Irving is stepping up in terms of scoring as of late. He averages 25.4 points per game this season. Furthermore, Irving is coming off an impressive 30-point performance on the road against the Sacramento Kings. These two will need to have equally impressive games against the Houston Rockets.
Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets are the hottest team in the NBA. They have Jalen Green as their clearly defined leader at this point in time. He is averaging 30.5 points per game over the last 10 games. Additionally, Fred VanVleet leads the team in assists at 8.1 per game. Moreover, the team is somewhat hopeful that Alperen Sengun will be able to make a return. Until Sengun arrives, Green will need to continue to play at a high level, as he has been against teams like the Dallas Mavericks.
Injury Report
Dallas Mavericks
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Josh Green – Out
- Luka Doncic – GTD
Houston Rockets
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Cam Whitmore – GTD
Game Prediction
The Dallas Mavericks have improved on the defensive end of the court. Not many were too concerned about their ability to score. However, as they seem to have tightened things up on the other end, this looks like one of the more dangerous teams to potentially come out of the Western Conference. However, against the Rockets on the road, they will certainly be pushed to the limit.
While Dallas winning as the slight favorite would not surprise anyone, this game is basically a pick ’em for a reason. I’m going with the slightly hotter side at the moment for this game. I am picking the Houston Rockets to win outright.
Final Pick
Houston Rockets MoneyLine (-110)
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