Rockets vs Mavericks Picks and Prediction – 11/1/2024
Rockets vs Mavericks Prediction
American Airlines Arena will play host to a Thursday night NBA Southwest Division clash between the Houston Rockets and the Dallas Mavericks. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Rockets (2-2) rank seventh in the league in defensive efficiency and are allowing 107 points per contest. On Monday, Houston raced out to a 14-point lead after one quarter and forced 17 turnovers during a 106-101 road victory against San Antonio.
Houston G Jalen Green knocked down 7-for-13 from the three-point line and finished with a game-high 36 points. Jabari Smith Jr. chipped in 17 points (5-8 FG) and eight rebounds for the Rockets, who connected on 15-for-37 from long distance.
The Dallas Mavericks are fresh off an NBA Finals run and added sharp-shooting G Klay Thompson to provide more spacing on offense. The Mavericks (3-1) rank eighth in the league in offensive efficiency and are averaging 113 points per game. On Tuesday, knocked down 16-for-39 from the three-point line during a 120-114 road victory against Minnesota.
All-Star G Kyrie Irving tallied a team-high 35 points on 13-for-23 shooting and dished out five assists. All-Star G Luka Doncic contributed 24 points (10-27 FG), eight rebounds, and eight assists. P.J. Washington added 17 points (7-13 FG) and eight rebounds for the Mavericks.
Rockets vs Mavericks Pick Analysis
Dallas F Maxi Kelber is dealing with a hamstring injury and will remain sidelined for this contest. These two squads can really defend and the Mavericks prefer a slower pace Luka running the show. Look for the Mavericks to win at home in a game that stays under the total. Final Score Prediction, Dallas Mavericks win 112-107.
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