Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks Game 3 Prediction – 5/11/2024

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick, Prediction & Preview

• Date: May 11, 2024
• Venue: American Airlines Center

Betting Odds

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks Win Probabilities

Implied Win % in sports betting represent the probability of an outcome as suggested by the betting odds. It's a way for bettors to gauge the likelihood of an event occurring based on the odds offered by sportsbooks.

Projected Win %, also known as projected win probability, is an estimate by ATS.io to determine the likelihood that a team will win a game or event. This projection is often based on various factors such as team performance, statistics, and historical data.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview

The Oklahoma City Thunder (62-26) are set to clash with the Dallas Mavericks (55-35) in a highly anticipated Saturday Day game, in Game 3 of their second round playoff series in the Western Conference. The matchup will take place at the American Airlines Center, the home arena of the Mavericks, with the series tied 1-1 entering Saturday's action.

According to the odds, the Mavericks are a slight favorite to win on their home court. The current spread for the game is Mavericks -3.0. The Moneyline for the Mavericks is -145, indicating a higher probability of winning. On the other hand, the Moneyline for the Thunder is +125, suggesting a lower chance of victory. Based on the odds, the Thunder have an implied win probability of 43%, while the Mavericks have an implied win probability of 57%.

Both teams have been playing well recently. The Thunder have won 35 out of their last 50 games, demonstrating their solid performance in recent times. Similarly, the Mavericks have won 28 out of their last 40 games, showcasing their strong form.

In their last meeting, the Mavericks secured a 119-110 victory over the Thunder. This result was considered an upset, as the Mavericks entered the game as 5.0 underdogs with only a 36% chance of winning.

If you're looking to place bets on player props, keep an eye on Daniel Gafford's Points. It has emerged as the most popular betting market for this game. Sharp bettors seem to be favoring the Over, as the prop total for Gafford's Points opened at Over 10.5 (-125) and has since risen to 11.5 (-110).

With the Thunder seeking redemption and the Mavericks aiming to maintain their winning streak, this game promises to be an exciting battle on the court. Tip-off is scheduled for 15:30:00, so make sure to tune in and catch all the action at the American Airlines Center.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction

Final Score: Oklahoma City Thunder 111.5 vs Dallas Mavericks 115.38

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