Utah Jazz vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Utah Jazz, currently 0-2, are in rebuild mode following the trades of Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell. Despite promising young talent, this season may prove challenging for fans. On Monday, they will play the Dallas Mavericks (1-1), who reached the NBA Finals last season and have made smart upgrades in the off-season. Dallas is favored to win by 11.5 points.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Jazz +472 | Mavericks -615

Spread: Jazz +11.5 (-110) | Mavericks -11.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 232 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 86%.

Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz are looking to build upon the promise of last season, although they still have areas to improve in order to contend for a spot in the NBA Playoffs. Lauri Markkanen has been performing well, averaging 24 points and 9 rebounds in the first two games of the season. However, the team has a tough road ahead, as they have struggled both at home and on the road. In their most recent game against the Golden State Warriors, despite having five players score in double digits, they were unable to keep up with the Warriors who shot just under 50% on the night and drained 20 three-pointers in a 127-86 victory. In terms of rankings, the Utah Jazz are currently ranked 29th, with a weak offense and defense. They are 0-2 this season, averaging 105.00 points per game on offense and allowing 126.50 points per game on defense. The team struggles with shooting percentages, ranked 29th in field goal percentage and 27th in three-pointer percentage. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 47.72% from the field and 38.95% from beyond the arc. Despite averaging a high number of defensive rebounds, they struggle with turnovers, ranking 27th in offensive turnovers and 30th in defensive turnovers per game.