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Trail Blazers vs. Mavericks Prediction: Dallas Predicted to Win Thursday's NBA Matchup [1/9/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Portland Trail Blazers vs Dallas Mavericks matchup.
NBA action continues on Thursday at 7:30PM ET as the Portland Trail Blazers take on the favored Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center.
The Mavericks, who have stars such as Klay Thompson, P.J. Washington and Quentin Grimes, are set to take on the Trail Blazers, whose lineup includes Anfernee Simons, Deandre Ayton and Shaedon Sharpe.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Mavericks as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Portland-Dallas game 10,000 times," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Mavericks with a win probability of 72% and the Trail Blazers with 28%."
For a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Trail Blazers vs. Mavericks predictions page.
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Blazers vs. Mavs Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's game between the Mavericks and Trail Blazers at American Airlines Center is scheduled to begin at 7:30PM ET.
- Who: Portland Trail Blazers vs. Dallas Mavericks
- Date: Thursday, January 9, 2025
- Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: American Airlines Center
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
- Merchandise: Buy Mavericks and Trail Blazers gear at Fanatics
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Thursday's Trail Blazers vs. Mavericks matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Portland vs. Dallas picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Trail Blazers vs. Mavericks Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NBA game between the Trail Blazers and Mavericks 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Mavericks a 72% chance of defeating the Trail Blazers. Our predicted final score has the Mavericks winning 113-107.
According to our model, the Trail Blazers (+7.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 220.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Trail Blazers vs. Mavericks Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Trail Blazers | Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +7.5 (-105) | -7.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +250 | -300 |
| Total | o220.5 (-105) | u220.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Trail Blazers vs. Mavericks Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Trail Blazers vs. Mavericks matchup is on the total.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current odds, reveal the best NBA picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Trail Blazers vs. Mavericks Player Props
NBA prop bets are a popular way to wager on the Trail Blazers vs. Mavericks game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at American Airlines Center.
Anfernee Simons is expected to lead the Trail Blazers in scoring, while Klay Thompson is projected to be the top scorer for the Mavericks.
Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every NBA game this season.
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Conclusion
We predict the Mavericks, with a 72% win probability, will likely beat the Trail Blazers on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Trail Blazers vs. Mavericks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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