The Rockets will play the Mavericks on Thursday, October 31st, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 8:40 pm EDT. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The NBA season is now underway, with the Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks scheduled to play on Thursday, October 31st, 2024. Before these teams hit the hardwood, let's dig into some stats from the 2024-25 regular season to get an idea of what's in store for this game. Note that it's still early. Eventually, clear trends will emerge for both teams as the season progresses.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Houston Rockets currently have a 95.67 power ranking so far this season. The power ranking for the Dallas Mavericks is 96.00. Keep tabs on these values, as they will change in the coming weeks.
- Away Houston Rockets - So far in the 2024-25 NBA regular season, the Houston Rockets have a 1-1 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the league for away team wins.
- Home Dallas Mavericks - The Dallas Mavericks come to this game with a 2-0 record as a home team so far in the 2024-25 regular season. This puts them at 2nd for home team wins in the league overall.
- Average Points Per Game - The Houston Rockets now rank 20th (111.3) for average points scored per game, with the Dallas Mavericks standing at 18th (113.0).
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Looking at the average number of points opponents have scored so far this season, the Houston Rockets rank 25th (107.0), while the Dallas Mavericks currently rank 20th (109.8).
- Team Records - The Houston Rockets currently have a 2-2 overall record, while the Dallas Mavericks currently possess a 3-1 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Avast ye basketball fans! The Rockets be facing the Mavericks in enemy territory... The Dallas arena be filled with rowdy fans ready for battle...
The Rockets be 2-2, while the Mavericks be 3-1 this season... Houston be scoring 111.3 points per game, Dallas be scoring 113.0... Don't miss the action on the court, it be a showdown...
See the best point spread, moneyline, and total bets from sportsbooks... Review this game's prop bets below, may the odds be in yer favor... It be a clash of titans, a battle for the ages... Let the best team prevail, and may the seas be rough...
Get ready for a fierce competition as the Rockets and Mavericks face off... The stakes be high, the tension be thick, and the crowd be roaring... Will the Rockets plunder a victory, or will the Mavericks defend their home turf? Only time will tell, so set sail for the game on October 31st!
Best Rockets at Mavericks Odds
| Underdog Houston Rockets | Favorite Dallas Mavericks |
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| Underdog Houston Rockets | Favorite Dallas Mavericks |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Dallas Mavericks are -6.5 -115 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Houston Rockets are +6.5 -105 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.
The best over line is 225.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 225.5 -105 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the under.
The Dallas Mavericks are the -250 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Houston Rockets are the +200 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Rockets
Mavericks
10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | +6.5 -105-6.5 -115 |
Underdog Houston Rockets - Houston Rockets bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A +6.5 Houston Rockets underdog bet wins if they lose by 6 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 7 or more.
Favorite Dallas Mavericks - Dallas Mavericks bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A -6.5 Dallas Mavericks favorite bet wins if they win by 7 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 6 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Houston Rockets at Dallas Mavericks Prop Bets
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Rockets
Mavericks
Game to Overtime
10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | Yes +1250No -5000Bet |
Mavericks
Team Total Points
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 116.5 o -115116.5 u -110Bet |
Rockets
Team Total Points
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 109.5 o -115109.5 u -110Bet |
Alperen Sengun
First Field Goal
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | Yes +600Bet |
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Jalen Green
First Field Goal
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | Yes +550Bet |
Kyrie Irving
First Field Goal
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | Yes +550Bet |
Luka Doncic
First Field Goal
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | Yes +500Bet |
Alperen Sengun
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 17.5 o -15517.5 u +115Bet |
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Amen Thompson
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 7.5 o -1407.5 u +105Bet |
Daniel Gafford
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 8.5 o -1158.5 u -115Bet |
Dereck Lively II
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 7.5 o -1507.5 u +110Bet |
Dillon Brooks
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 10.5 o -12010.5 u -110Bet |
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Fred VanVleet
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 16.5 o -12516.5 u -105Bet |
Jabari Smith Jr
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 10.5 o -12510.5 u -105Bet |
Jalen Green
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 23.5 o -12023.5 u -110Bet |
Klay Thompson
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 14.5 o -11514.5 u -120Bet |
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Kyrie Irving
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 23.5 o -13023.5 u -105Bet |
Luka Doncic
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 30.5 o -11030.5 u -125Bet |
Naji Marshall
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 4.5 o -1354.5 u +100Bet |
PJ Washington
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 11.5 o -11011.5 u -125Bet |
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Spencer Dinwiddie
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 5.5 o -1055.5 u -130Bet |
Tari Eason
Points Scored
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 7.5 o +1007.5 u -130Bet |
Alperen Sengun
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 31.5 o -15031.5 u +115Bet |
Amen Thompson
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 15.5 o -10515.5 u -125Bet |
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Daniel Gafford
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 16.5 o -15516.5 u +115Bet |
Dereck Lively II
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 17.5 o -12517.5 u -105Bet |
Dillon Brooks
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 14.5 o -13014.5 u -105Bet |
Fred VanVleet
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 27.5 o -11527.5 u -115Bet |
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Jabari Smith Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 19.5 o -13519.5 u +105Bet |
Jalen Green
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 31.5 o -11031.5 u -125Bet |
Kyrie Irving
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 33.5 o -10533.5 u -125Bet |
Luka Doncic
Points, Rebounds & Assists
HOU at DAL 10/31/24 8:40pm EDT | 48.5 o -10548.5 u -125Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
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| Houston Rockets | 11 | 5 | 0.688 | +4.5 | 7-2 | 4-3 | 4-1 | 6-3 | 114.6 | 106.2 | +8.4 | W1 | 8-2 |
| Dallas Mavericks | 8 | 7 | 0.533 | +7.0 | 6-3 | 2-4 | 3-1 | 6-6 | 115.6 | 109.3 | +6.3 | W3 | 5-5 |
Houston Rockets & Dallas Mavericks Futures Odds
Latest NBA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the NBA Championship. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NBA Finals teasers, props and parlays.
Houston Rockets Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Rockets | +6600 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Mavericks | +1000 Bet |
Houston Rockets & Dallas Mavericks Team Pages
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How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Houston Rockets vs Dallas Mavericks NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Thursday, October 31st, 2024 at 8:40 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Houston Rockets vs Dallas Mavericks Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Houston Rockets vs Dallas Mavericks Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.