Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets Prediction & Odds
DAL
Dallas Mavericks
4-2 · 2-1 away
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HOU
Houston Rockets
6-1 · 3-0 home
The Dallas Mavericks (4-2) visit the Houston Rockets (6-1) on Friday, January 1, 2027 at 8:30 PM ET.
AI pick for Mavericks vs Rockets
Gold & SilverThe AI analyzes this game about 10 hours and again 25 minutes before tip-off, after lineups and late injury news.
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Sportsbook lines for this game have not been posted yet. They are usually posted on game day.
Team stats comparison
| Stat | DAL | HOU |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 4-2 | 6-1 |
| Points per game | 114 #14 | 120.7 #3 |
| Opponent points per game | 111.8 #14 | 108.3 #7 |
| Offensive rating | 114.1 #12 | 121.2 #1 |
| Defensive rating | 111.3 #15 | 108.9 #9 |
| Net rating | +2.9 #12 | +12.3 #2 |
| Pace | 100.3 #17 | 99.5 #22 |
| True shooting % | 59.4% | 61.2% |
League rank in small type. Ratings are per 100 possessions.
Mavericks vs Rockets: quick answers
What time does Mavericks vs Rockets start?
Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 PM ET on Friday, January 1, 2027.
Where can I find the AI pick for Mavericks vs Rockets?
The AI pick, win probability, projected score and player prop leans are in the Basketball AI: Odds & Analysis app, updated about 10 hours and again 25 minutes before tip-off.
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