Mavericks vs. Rockets Odds, predictions, recent stats, trends and Best bets for January 1

Dallas: It’s January 1, 2025, and the Mavericks are taking on the Rockets at the Toyota Center in Houston. Both teams are looking to bounce back after some tough losses.

The Rockets have dropped their last two games, while the Mavericks have lost two straight and three of their last four. Houston has a solid record against divisional rivals, going 6-1, while Dallas is 4-1 in the same category.

On the road, the Mavericks are 10-8 with a decent point differential, while the Rockets have been strong at home lately, winning seven of their last ten games.

We’ve got all the details you need for the game, including how to watch, the latest odds, and player stats. Plus, we’ll share our predictions and best bets based on expert analysis.

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As for the odds, the Mavericks are projected to score around 109.77 points, while the Rockets are at 112.64. If you’re looking for the best betting lines, NBC Sports has you covered with their Live Odds tool.

Our model has crunched the numbers for today’s game, and here are the best bets: for the moneyline, NBC Sports Bet is cautious, but they’re leaning towards the Mavericks at +5.5 for the spread. They also suggest betting on the UNDER for the total points at 221.5.

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The Mavericks have been on a roll against divisional opponents, winning their last three matchups. Meanwhile, the Rockets have seen their last three divisional games go OVER the total.

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