Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder predictions, Jan 17, 2025

Jan 17, 2025 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Dallas Mavericks

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**NBA Match Preview: Dallas Mavericks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder (January 17, 2025)**

As the Dallas Mavericks prepare to host the Oklahoma City Thunder, this matchup promises to be an intriguing clash, featuring two teams with contrasting recent form.

### Team Form

**Dallas Mavericks**:
The Mavericks have had a shaky stretch leading up to this game, winning only 2 of their last 5 matches. While they possess star talent and a potent offense, inconsistency in performance has been a concern. The team will look to leverage their home-court advantage to regain momentum against a strong opponent. Defensively, they will need to tighten their efforts to stop an in-form Thunder team.

**Recent Results**:
– Win against [Opponent A]
– Win against [Opponent B]
– Loss to [Opponent C]
– Loss to [Opponent D]
– Loss to [Opponent E]

**Oklahoma City Thunder**:
In stark contrast, the Thunder have been on a roll, winning 4 out of their last 5 games. With a young and dynamic roster led by key players showing impressive form, they will enter this matchup with considerable confidence. Their ability to score and maintain pressure on opposing defenses will be crucial for success in Dallas.

**Recent Results**:
– Win against [Opponent F]
– Win against [Opponent G]
– Win against [Opponent H]
– Loss to [Opponent I]
– Win against [Opponent J]

### Betting Odds and Predictions

The bookmakers have set the odds at 3.03 for the Mavericks and 1.4 for the Thunder, indicating a strong belief in the Thunder’s ability to secure a victory. Our machine learning estimation gives the Mavericks a 31% chance of winning, while the Thunder have a 69% probability of coming out on top.

The most likely outcome according to bookmakers is a score of 108:114 in favor of the Thunder, reflecting their recent strong performances and the tendency for games to be competitive yet winnable for the visitors.

### Key Matchup

One of the pivotal matchups to watch will be the battle in the paint and on the perimeter. The Mavericks must find a way to contain the Thunder’s fast-paced style, while the Thunder will need to exploit any defensive lapses from Dallas. The effectiveness of star players, both in scoring and playmaking, will heavily influence the game’s outcome.

### Conclusion

As the Mavericks aim to turn around their recent form at home, the Thunder will seek to continue their winning streak with their strong roster. Given the teams’ current trajectories, this matchup is set to be an exciting encounter that could play a significant role in shaping the standings as the season progresses. Fans can anticipate a competitive atmosphere as both teams vie for a crucial victory.

Dallas 31.4% Oklahoma City 68.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 108:115

Outrights of NBA Oklahoma City Thunder: 22.89% Dallas Mavericks: 4.66%

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Latest Results

15.01.25 New Orleans Pelicans – Dallas Mavericks – 119:116
14.01.25 Dallas Mavericks – Denver Nuggets – 99:118
12.01.25 Dallas Mavericks – Denver Nuggets – 101:112
09.01.25 Dallas Mavericks – Portland Trail Blazers – 117:111
07.01.25 Dallas Mavericks – Los Angeles Lakers – 118:97		 16.01.25 Oklahoma City Thunder – Cleveland Cavaliers – 134:114
14.01.25 Philadelphia 76ers – Oklahoma City Thunder – 102:118
12.01.25 Washington Wizards – Oklahoma City Thunder – 95:136
10.01.25 New York Knicks – Oklahoma City Thunder – 101:126
08.01.25 Cleveland Cavaliers – Oklahoma City Thunder – 129:122

Facts

  • Watch a game between a team from the middle of a tournament table and a team which is a leader now (ranked 7 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Promotion ~ Play Offs: ) and 1 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • Last 5 head-to-head matches Dallas won 3.
  • Recent matches Dallas is playing changeable (in the last 5 games wins – 2).
  • Oklahoma City is in super good shape now (in the last 5 games wins – 4).
  • Dallas could have advantage in physics – more days for rest in last days.
  • Recently Dallas have a series of home games.
  • Recently Oklahoma City have a series of guest games.
  • In this match Oklahoma City is a favorite.
  • Last 20 head-to-head matches Dallas won 9 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 11 matches and goals 2148:2219 (average 107.4:111).
  • Including matches at home between the teams Dallas won 5 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 5 matches and goals 1113:1095 (average 111.3:109.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    10.12.24 Oklahoma City Thunder – Dallas Mavericks – 118:104
    17.11.24 Oklahoma City Thunder – Dallas Mavericks – 119:121
    20.07.24 Dallas Mavericks – Oklahoma City Thunder – 79:88
    18.05.24 Dallas Mavericks – Oklahoma City Thunder – 117:116
    15.05.24 Oklahoma City Thunder – Dallas Mavericks – 92:104

    Standings

    2024/25

    Western Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Oklahoma City Thunder 40 34 6 4665:4145 0.850
    2 Houston Rockets 40 27 13 4559:4319 0.675
    3 Memphis Grizzlies 41 26 15 5044:4723 0.634
    4 Denver Nuggets 40 24 16 4800:4640 0.600
    5 Los Angeles Clippers 40 23 17 4383:4265 0.575
    6 Los Angeles Lakers 38 21 17 4245:4337 0.553
    7 Dallas Mavericks 41 22 19 4741:4599 0.537
    8 Minnesota Timberwolves 40 21 19 4390:4314 0.525
    9 Sacramento Kings 41 21 20 4777:4683 0.512
    10 Golden State Warriors 40 20 20 4445:4430 0.500
    11 Phoenix Suns 40 20 20 4516:4567 0.500
    12 San Antonio Spurs 39 19 20 4358:4367 0.487
    13 Portland Trail Blazers 40 13 27 4315:4675 0.325
    14 Utah Jazz 39 10 29 4327:4587 0.256
    15 New Orleans Pelicans 42 10 32 4547:4916 0.238

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Cleveland Cavaliers 40 34 6 4882:4480 0.850
    2 Boston Celtics 40 28 12 4699:4349 0.700
    3 New York Knicks 42 27 15 4932:4660 0.643
    4 Milwaukee Bucks 39 22 17 4421:4333 0.564
    5 Orlando Magic 42 23 19 4390:4355 0.548
    6 Indiana Pacers 42 23 19 4837:4824 0.548
    7 Atlanta Hawks 40 21 19 4687:4765 0.525
    8 Miami Heat 39 20 19 4319:4270 0.513
    9 Detroit Pistons 41 21 20 4595:4644 0.512
    10 Chicago Bulls 41 18 23 4816:4942 0.439
    11 Philadelphia 76ers 39 15 24 4195:4337 0.385
    12 Brooklyn Nets 41 14 27 4383:4674 0.341
    13 Toronto Raptors 41 10 31 4549:4848 0.244
    14 Charlotte Hornets 37 9 28 3942:4160 0.243
    15 Washington Wizards 39 6 33 4238:4789 0.154

    NBA Outrights

    1. Boston Celtics: 3.28 (25.29%)

    2. Oklahoma City Thunder: 3.62 (22.89%)

    3. Cleveland Cavaliers: 8.8 (9.41%)

    4. New York Knicks: 11.73 (7.06%)

    5. Denver Nuggets: 16.09 (5.15%)

    6. Dallas Mavericks: 17.77 (4.66%)

    7. Milwaukee Bucks: 26.81 (3.09%)

    8. Memphis Grizzlies: 28.49 (2.91%)

    9. Golden State Warriors: 37.56 (2.21%)

    10. Minnesota Timberwolves: 37.9 (2.19%)

    11. Los Angeles Lakers: 42.05 (1.97%)

    12. Phoenix Suns: 44.23 (1.87%)

    13. Los Angeles Clippers: 44.28 (1.87%)

    14. Houston Rockets: 45.58 (1.82%)

    15. Philadelphia 76ers: 49.9 (1.66%)

    16. Orlando Magic: 52.61 (1.58%)

    17. Indiana Pacers: 81 (1.02%)

    18. Sacramento Kings: 87.77 (0.94%)

    19. Miami Heat: 101.08 (0.82%)

    20. Atlanta Hawks: 218.35 (0.38%)

    21. San Antonio Spurs: 223.07 (0.37%)

    22. Detroit Pistons: 393.92 (0.21%)

    23. Chicago Bulls: 620.14 (0.13%)

    24. Brooklyn Nets: 981.7 (0.08%)

    25. Portland Trail Blazers: 1102.15 (0.08%)

    26. Utah Jazz: 1172.56 (0.07%)

    27. Toronto Raptors: 1193.83 (0.07%)

    28. New Orleans Pelicans: 1336.14 (0.06%)

    29. Charlotte Hornets: 1379.83 (0.06%)

    30. Washington Wizards: 1396.89 (0.06%)

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