Portland Trail Blazers vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction & Picks 1/9/2025

• Date: January 9, 2025
• Venue: American Airlines Center

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Portland Trail Blazers vs Dallas Mavericks Win Probabilities

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Portland Trail Blazers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview

The Portland Trail Blazers (13-23) face off against the Dallas Mavericks (21-16) on Thursday night at 8:30 PM ET in a matchup set to unfold at the American Airlines Center. This game presents a tough challenge for the Trail Blazers, who are on the second night of a back-to-back, having played just 24 hours earlier. The quick turnaround could prove detrimental, especially considering they have struggled recently, losing 15 of their last 20 road games.

On the other hand, the Mavericks have been solid, winning 16 of their last 25 games. They come into this contest fresh off a strong performance against the Los Angeles Lakers, where they secured a surprising 118-97 victory despite entering the game as 6.5-point underdogs. This trend of recent success has made the Mavericks significant favorites, with a current spread of -7.5. Their Moneyline sits at -295, implying a 72% chance of victory, while the Trail Blazers stand at +250, giving them a mere 28% implied win probability.

Bettors looking for player prop insights might want to focus on Dereck Lively II's Points, Rebounds, and Assists, as this market has garnered significant attention, especially with an opening prop total that has moved from Under 21.5 to Under 20.5.

With the Trail Blazers dealing with fatigue and travel adversity, and the Mavericks riding a wave of momentum, this game could be pivotal for both teams in their respective pursuits this season.

Portland Trail Blazers vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction

Final Score: Portland Trail Blazers 119.24 vs Dallas Mavericks 112.4

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