The Dallas Mavericks will get another crack at the Utah Jazz on Thursday. Dallas, which lost 140-133 in overtime to Utah in mid-December, looks for some payback. Anthony Davis (groin) has been cleared to play, but P.J. Washington (ankle) is doubtful for the Mavs.
Meanwhile, the Jazz will return home to Salt Lake City after a brutal four-game road stretch where they went 0-4. Lauri Markkanen and Co. hope to end their slide and sustain their edge over the visiting team.
Dallas Mavericks vs Utah Jazz Odds
Moneyline: Mavericks (-265) vs. Jazz (+210)
Odds: Mavericks (-7.5 -105) vs. Jazz (+7.5 -115)
Total (O/U): Mavericks (o240.5 -115) vs. Jazz (u240.5 -115)
Editor’s Note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.
Dallas Mavericks vs Utah Jazz Preview and Prediction
Preview
In the first Mavericks-Jazz meeting, Dallas did not have Anthony Davis. With AD cleared to play, the Mavs have another bona fide star to throw at the home team.
Turnovers will be a key point for the Mavericks in the rematch. Last month, they committed 15, which resulted in 18 points for the Jazz. In a game decided by seven points in extra period, those errors proved costly.
Dallas led for 63% in the game but lost in overtime 11-4. The Mavs can’t get complacent if they can take a sizable lead in the fourth quarter.
For the Jazz, rebounding on both ends will be crucial. They gave up 14 offensive rebounds to the Mavs, which led to 12 points. Dereck Lively II is out while Washington is doubtful, but the visitors still have a formidable frontline led by Davis. Utah must battle under the boards to have another chance of pulling off an upset.
Prediction
The Mavericks have Anthony Davis, and they are playing well. Expect the visiting team to walk away with a win by a score that beats the -7.5 spread.
Dallas Mavericks vs Utah Jazz Player Props
Cooper Flagg dropped 42 points on the Jazz in his first game against them. The rookie might not have the same explosive night, but he is likely to top his 20.5 (O/U) points prop.
Against Flagg’s team, emerging star Keyonte George was just as impressive. He led the Jazz with 37 points in the first encounter with the Mavs. Expect George to ease past his 25.5 (O/U) points prop.
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