{"id":649462,"date":"2026-01-31T08:14:44","date_gmt":"2026-01-31T07:14:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=649462"},"modified":"2026-01-31T09:57:01","modified_gmt":"2026-01-31T08:57:01","slug":"en-nba-rockets-vs-mavericks-predictions-odds-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/en-nba-rockets-vs-mavericks-predictions-odds-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Rockets vs. Mavericks Prediction, Odds &amp; How to Watch \u2013 Saturday, January 31"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Houston Rockets (29&#8209;17) welcome the Dallas Mavericks (19&#8209;29) to Toyota Center on Saturday, January 31, 2026, in a primetime clash on ABC. Houston enters as a sizable 11.5&#8209;point favorite, riding strong form with a 7&#8209;3 record in its last 10 games.<\/p><p>Dallas, meanwhile, is desperate to halt a three&#8209;game losing streak and has struggled to find consistency on the road. The over\/under is set at 220.5 points, a number both teams have eclipsed frequently this season.<\/p><p>Houston&rsquo;s balanced attack, led by Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun, has powered them to one of the league&rsquo;s best records at home (16&#8209;3). Dallas counters with Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall, but injuries to Kyrie Irving, Anthony Davis, and Dereck Lively II have left them shorthanded.<\/p><p>With Houston&rsquo;s defense ranked second in points allowed and Dallas&rsquo; offense averaging 114.2 points per game, this matchup sets the stage for a compelling battle between firepower and resilience.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Bet for Rockets vs. Mavericks<\/h2><p><strong>Best Bet: Rockets <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-Draftkings-Sportsbook\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"-11.5 (-110) (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-11.5 (-110)<\/a> at DraftKings<\/strong><\/p><p>Houston has proven to be one of the league&rsquo;s most reliable teams when favored, winning 27 of 42 contests as the betting favorite this season. While their ATS record when favored by double digits (5&#8209;7) is less convincing, the Rockets&rsquo; home dominance (16&#8209;3 straight up) suggests they are well positioned to cover against a depleted Mavericks squad.<\/p><p>Dallas has been underdogs in 31 games, winning just 11 (35.5%), and they enter this matchup missing key contributors like Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis. Houston&rsquo;s offense averages 116.1 points per game, nearly matching Dallas&rsquo; defensive allowance of 116.7, while their defense ranks second in the league at 110 points allowed.<\/p><p>The Rockets are also 17&#8209;6 overall when scoring more than 116.7 points, a threshold they are likely to surpass against Dallas&rsquo; weakened defense. With Kevin Durant&rsquo;s scoring consistency, Sengun&rsquo;s interior presence, and Houston&rsquo;s rebounding dominance (first in the NBA at 49.2 per game).<\/p><p>The Rockets should control the pace and cover the spread. Expect Houston to extend Dallas&rsquo; losing streak and deliver a convincing win at home.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Same&#8209;Game Parlay Picks<\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3&#8209;Leg SGP (Safer)<\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rockets -11.5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kevin Durant 25+ points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooper Flagg 15+ points<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><strong>Combined Odds: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"+275 (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+275<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p>This parlay leans into the stars on both sides. Durant has been Houston&rsquo;s offensive anchor, while Flagg has emerged as Dallas&rsquo; most reliable scorer. If both hit their marks, Houston covering becomes more likely, as the Rockets&rsquo; defense can contain Dallas&rsquo; secondary options.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Longshot SGP<\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rockets -11.5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alperen Sengun 10+ rebounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Naji Marshall 2+ made threes<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><strong>Combined Odds: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"+720 (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+720<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p>This longshot ties together a game script where Houston wins behind Sengun&rsquo;s rebounding dominance and Marshall&rsquo;s perimeter shooting. If Sengun controls the glass and Marshall contributes from deep, Houston&rsquo;s cover becomes even more probable.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rockets vs. Mavericks Odds &amp; Top Player Props<\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Odds Table<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Team<\/th><th>Spread<\/th><th>Moneyline<\/th><th>Total<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Dallas Mavericks<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">+11.5 (-110)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">+430<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">O 220.5 (-110)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Houston Rockets<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-11.5 (-110)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-590<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">U 220.5 (-110)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p><em>The above odds are <\/em><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>sourced from FanDuel<\/a><\/em><\/strong><em>.<\/em><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Player Props<\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kevin Durant points O\/U 25.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-110<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alperen Sengun points O\/U 18.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-112<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooper Flagg points O\/U 19.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">+100<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><strong>Odds updated: January 31, 2026 &ndash; 12:00 p.m. ET. 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class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Team<\/th><th>Player<\/th><th>Injury<\/th><th>Status<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Dallas Mavericks<\/td><td>Anthony Davis<\/td><td>Finger<\/td><td>Out<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dallas Mavericks<\/td><td>Dereck Lively II<\/td><td>Foot<\/td><td>Out<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dallas Mavericks<\/td><td>Kyrie Irving<\/td><td>Knee<\/td><td>Out<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dallas Mavericks<\/td><td>Dante Exum<\/td><td>Knee<\/td><td>Out<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Houston Rockets<\/td><td>Steven Adams<\/td><td>Ankle<\/td><td>Out<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Houston Rockets<\/td><td>Fred VanVleet<\/td><td>ACL<\/td><td>Out<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What time is Rockets vs. Mavericks?<\/h3><p>The Rockets vs. Mavericks game tips off at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 31, 2026.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is Rockets vs. Mavericks being played?<\/h3><p>The matchup will be played at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.<\/p><h3 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