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Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: April 14, 2024 at 3:30 PM ET

Venue: Paycom Center — Oklahoma City, OK

Article updated Apr 13, 10:15 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Dallas Mavericks will face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday at Paycom Center with tip-off scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET. Dallas, with a record of 50-31 SU, 48-33 ATS, and

Game outlook

The Dallas Mavericks will face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday at Paycom Center with tip-off scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET. Dallas, with a record of 50-31 SU, 48-33 ATS, and 36-45 O/U, lost to Detroit on Friday. Oklahoma City, at 56-25 SU, 45-36 ATS, and 46-34-1 O/U, beat Milwaukee 125-107 on Friday. The Thunder have won two of three matchups this season, including a recent 126-119 victory on March 14. Dallas will be without G (33.9 PPG, 9.8 APG, 9.2 RPG) and G (25.6 PPG, 5.2 APG, 5.0 RPG) due to injuries, while Oklahoma City's G (12.4 PPG, 6.4 RPG, 4.8 APG) is questionable. Oklahoma City opens as the -18 betting favorite, with no movement in the line.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Mavericks +950 | Thunder -2,000

Spread: Mavericks +18 (-110) | Thunder -18 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 225.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oklahoma City will win straight-up is 95%.

Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks are a solid offensive team, ranking 5th in the NBA with an average of 118.6 points per game and shooting 48.3 percent from the field. They also excel in three-point shooting, averaging 37.2 percent from beyond the arc. However, their free-throw percentage is lower at 75.8 percent. Defensively, they give up 115.5 points per game, with opponents shooting 47.4 percent from the field and 36.9 percent from deep. The Mavericks also average 42.9 rebounds per game and are ranked 4th in offensive rating, 18th in defensive rating, and 8th in pace. Online sportsbooks regularly update their promo codes for sports betting.

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Oklahoma City Thunder Analysis

The Oklahoma City Thunder has a strong offensive performance, ranking third in scoring with an average of 119.84 points per game. They shoot efficiently, with a 49.76% field goal percentage and 38.88% from beyond the arc. The team also excels at free throw shooting, converting 82.41% of their attempts. Defensively, the Thunder allow an average of 113.08 points per game and opponents shoot 45.57% from the field. Oklahoma City ranks fourth in defensive rating and fifth in pace. Overall, the Thunder have a power ranking of 16 and a record of 4-0. For more NBA picks, visit our Expert Picks.

Oklahoma City Thunder Poised to Dominate Against Struggling Dallas Mavericks

Oklahoma City Thunder is poised to approach this game with determination, aiming to secure the top spot in the Western Conference. On the other hand, the Dallas Mavericks will likely face challenges due to key players, such as Doncic and Irving, being sidelined, along with Dereck Lively II sustaining an injury. This could result in a lack of competitiveness from the Mavericks. Despite the large point spread, the unpredictability of games in the league emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong performance throughout. Considering Oklahoma City's impressive 22-12 ATS record as home favorites this season, it may be a prudent decision to consider betting on this trend for tomorrow's game.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Dallas Mavericks+950 → +1,000Moved
  • Moneyline · Oklahoma City Thunder-2,000 → -2,000Unchanged
  • Spread · Dallas Mavericks+18 (-110) → +19.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Oklahoma City Thunder-18 (-110) → -19.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over225.5 (-110) → 226 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under225.5 (-110) → 226 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

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

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-04-14T02:15:41.477Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Dallas Mavericks will face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday at Paycom Center with tip-off scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET. Dallas, with a record of 50-31 SU, 48-33 ATS, and 36-45 O/U, lost to Detroit on Friday. Oklahoma City, at 56-25 SU, 45-36 ATS, and 46-34-1 O/U, beat Milwaukee 125-107 on Friday. The Thunder have won two of three matchups this season, including a recent 126-119 victory on March 14. Dallas will be without G (33.9 PPG, 9.8 APG, 9.2 RPG) and G (25.6 PPG, 5.2 APG, 5.0 RPG) due to injuries, while Oklahoma City's G (12.4 PPG, 6.4 RPG, 4.8 APG) is questionable. Oklahoma City opens as the -18 betting favorite, with no movement in the line.

Oklahoma City Thunder is poised to approach this game with determination, aiming to secure the top spot in the Western Conference. On the other hand, the Dallas Mavericks will likely face challenges due to key players, such as Doncic and Irving, being sidelined, along with Dereck Lively II sustaining an injury. This could result in a lack of competitiveness from the Mavericks. Despite the large point spread, the unpredictability of games in the league emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong performance throughout. Considering Oklahoma City's impressive 22-12 ATS record as home favorites this season, it may be a prudent decision to consider betting on this trend for tomorrow's game.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-03-14Dallas Mavericks 119 · Oklahoma City Thunder 126
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Oklahoma City Thunder defeated Dallas Mavericks 135-86

Oklahoma City Thunder defeated Dallas Mavericks 135-86 on April 14, 2024, a 49-point decision in the series. Oklahoma City Thunder's strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 43-19. Against SportsJaw's recorded Dallas Mavericks +19.5 (-110) spread, Oklahoma City Thunder covered, while the 221 combined points finished under the recorded total of 226.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • 1735203231Total · Under 225.5 (-110)Win
  • DrfeelgoodSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -18 (-110)Win
  • WarbuczSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -18 (-110)Win
  • HitmanhartSpread · Dallas Mavericks +18 (-110)Loss
  • JoeThomasTotal · Over 225.5 (-110)Loss
  • EljefeTotal · Over 225.5 (-110)Loss
  • EljefeSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -18 (-110)Win
  • NutinbutlocksSpread · Dallas Mavericks +18 (-110)Loss
  • RoycejacobsSpread · Dallas Mavericks +18 (-110)Loss
  • JeffjacksonSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -19.5 (-110)Win
  • JamescashiolaSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -19.5 (-110)Win
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Spread · Oklahoma City Thunder -19.5 (-110)
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  • StevedSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -19.5 (-110)Win
  • MbcTotal · Under 223.25 (-110)Win
  • MbcSpread · Dallas Mavericks +19.5 (-110)Loss
  • GeauxtigersSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder +19.5 (-110)Win
  • JoeyBergTotal · Under 223.25 (-110)Win
  • Josh720Total · Under 223.25 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Dallas Mavericks +19.5 (-110)Loss
  • JoeyBergSpread · Dallas Mavericks +19.5 (-110)Loss
  • IrishblueSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -19.5 (-110)Win
  • RcTotal · Under 224.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · Dallas Mavericks +19.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 224.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Dallas Mavericks +19.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 224.5 (-110)Loss