The upcoming NBA clash features the Utah Jazz visiting the Dallas Mavericks. This game will take place at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. ET. Both teams seek redemption, having faced challenges in their recent matchups.
Current Team Standings
- Utah Jazz: 14 wins, 26 losses
- Dallas Mavericks: 15 wins, 26 losses
Season Series Overview
This season, the Jazz lead the series against the Mavericks 2-0. Both victories were tightly contested, with the Jazz winning by a total of just 9 points.
Recent Performances
In their last outing, the Utah Jazz suffered a narrow loss to the Chicago Bulls, falling 128-126. Despite the defeat, they managed to cover as a 5.5-point underdog, with the scoring exceeding the total of 240.5 points. Brice Sensabaugh shone with a career-high 43 points.
Meanwhile, the Mavericks faced the Denver Nuggets, losing 118-109. They were unable to cover as 1.5-point favorites, with the game totaling 224.5 points. Naji Marshall led the Mavericks with 24 points, while Brandon Williams contributed 20 points off the bench.
Injury Updates
In terms of injuries affecting gameplay:
- Utah Jazz:
- Walker Kessler (C) – Out (shoulder)
- Lauri Markkanen (F) – Out (illness)
- Georges Niang (F) – Out (foot)
- Dallas Mavericks:
- Max Christie (G) – Doubtful (illness)
- Anthony Davis (F) – Out (finger)
- Dante Exum (G) – Out for the season (knee)
- Kyrie Irving (G) – Out (knee)
- Dereck Lively II (C) – Out (foot)
Odds and Predictions for Jazz vs Mavericks
The latest odds from BetMGM Sportsbook are as follows:
- Moneyline: Jazz +105 | Mavericks -125
- Against the Spread (ATS): Jazz +1.5 | Mavericks -1.5
- Over/Under: 238.5 points
Expert Predictions
According to expert opinions, the Jazz are favored to win this matchup with a predicted score of 115 to 109. The injuries at Dallas provide a significant advantage for Utah. The Jazz have demonstrated resilience, winning two of their last four games as underdogs.
Additionally, considering recent scoring trends, a bet on the Under 238.5 points is recommended. The Mavericks have consistently scored below this mark in recent games, further solidifying this prediction.
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