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Game time: January 17, 2025 at 8:30 PM ET

Venue: American Airlines Center — Dallas, TX

Article updated Jan 17, 6:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

Get ready for the third Thunder vs. Mavericks showdown of the season, this time at the American Airlines Arena. The Dallas Mavericks lead the series 1-0 after a win in OKC,

Game outlook

Get ready for the third Thunder vs. Mavericks showdown of the season, this time at the American Airlines Arena. The Dallas Mavericks lead the series 1-0 after a win in OKC, but the Oklahoma City Thunder got revenge in December. With the game taking place in Dallas, Oklahoma City is favored to win by 7.5 points. The match is set to start at 8:00 p.m. EST on Friday. Who will come out on top in this Western Conference battle?

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Thunder -295 | Mavericks +235

Spread: Thunder -7.5 (-110) | Mavericks +7.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 222.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oklahoma City will win straight-up is 75%.

Oklahoma City Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder are currently the top-ranked team in the Western Conference, with a strong performance on both sides of the court. They have the best net rating in the NBA, with a league-leading defensive rating that is highly effective at forcing turnovers and missed shots. However, their defensive rebounding and free throw defense are areas of weakness. Offensively, the Thunder rank sixth in the league and have been scoring over 115 points in recent games. They have a low turnover rate and high free throw percentage, although their three-point shooting and offensive rebounding could improve. Despite key injuries to several players, Oklahoma City has been performing well and remains a strong contender. For professional advice and insights on NBA games, the Best NBA Cappers are available to assist.

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Dallas Mavericks Analysis

The Dallas Mavericks have had a challenging season with key injuries to star players affecting their performance. Despite their recent struggles, the Mavericks still possess a strong offensive game, ranking ninth in offensive rating and excelling in free throw attempts and true shooting percentage. Defensively, they have been solid, ranking 12th in defensive rating and performing well at defending the rim and the three-point line. Heading into their upcoming matchup against OKC, the Mavericks will need to elevate their performance on both ends of the court to secure a win. The team's power ranking is 18, with a record of 22-19. When considering sports betting, it is recommended to explore various sportsbooks and take advantage of promotions.

Oklahoma City Thunder Set to Dominate Struggling Dallas Mavericks With Superior Defense and Offense

Oklahoma City Thunder have demonstrated an impressive defensive streak, with three consecutive road games holding opponents to under 103 points. Known for their formidable defense, the Thunder face a struggling Dallas Mavericks team that has been lacking in offensive production. Given their offensive capabilities, consistently scoring over 115 points per game with high efficiency, the Thunder are poised for success against a struggling Mavericks team. With a strong emphasis on minimizing turnovers and maximizing scoring opportunities, Oklahoma City stands out as the superior team in this matchup. Betting on the Thunder to capitalize on Dallas' offensive struggles is a prudent decision.

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SportsJaw Thunder vs Mavericks archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Thunder vs Mavericks matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Oklahoma City Thunder-295 → -143Moved
  • Moneyline · Dallas Mavericks+235 → +123Moved
  • Spread · Oklahoma City Thunder-7.5 (-110) → -2.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Dallas Mavericks+7.5 (-110) → +2.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over222.5 (-110) → 221 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under222.5 (-110) → 221 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Oklahoma City Thunder
4-0 matchup record · 8-1-1 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Dallas Mavericks
2-2 matchup record · 1-9-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-17T11:15:00.341Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are currently the top-ranked team in the Western Conference, with a strong performance on both sides of the court. They have the best net rating in the NBA, with a league-leading defensive rating that is highly effective at forcing turnovers and missed shots. However, their defensive rebounding and free throw defense are areas of weakness. Offensively, the Thunder rank sixth in the league and have been scoring over 115 points in recent games. They have a low turnover rate and high free throw percentage, although their three-point shooting and offensive rebounding could improve. Despite key injuries to several players, Oklahoma City has been performing well and remains a strong contender. For professional advice and insights on NBA games, the Best NBA Cappers are available to assist.

The Dallas Mavericks have had a challenging season with key injuries to star players affecting their performance. Despite their recent struggles, the Mavericks still possess a strong offensive game, ranking ninth in offensive rating and excelling in free throw attempts and true shooting percentage. Defensively, they have been solid, ranking 12th in defensive rating and performing well at defending the rim and the three-point line. Heading into their upcoming matchup against OKC, the Mavericks will need to elevate their performance on both ends of the court to secure a win. The team's power ranking is 18, with a record of 22-19. When considering sports betting, it is recommended to explore various sportsbooks and take advantage of promotions.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-12-10Dallas Mavericks 104 · Oklahoma City Thunder 118
  • 2024-11-17Dallas Mavericks 121 · Oklahoma City Thunder 119
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Dallas Mavericks defeated Oklahoma City Thunder 106-98

Dallas Mavericks defeated Oklahoma City Thunder 106-98 on January 17, 2025, a 8-point decision in the series. Dallas Mavericks' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 41-17. Against SportsJaw's recorded Oklahoma City Thunder -2.5 (-110) spread, Dallas Mavericks covered, while the 204 combined points finished under the recorded total of 221.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • BookieslayerSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -7.5 (-110)Loss
  • Drew_WestcottSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -7.5 (-110)Loss
  • StevedSpread · Dallas Mavericks +7.5 (-110)Win
  • DemarcusBryantSpread · Dallas Mavericks +7.5 (-110)Win
  • MtgoldsteinSpread · Dallas Mavericks +7.5 (-110)Win
  • EXCELent Sports PicksMoneyline · Oklahoma City Thunder -317Loss
  • Sammy52Spread · Dallas Mavericks +8 (-110)Win