Houston Rockets vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 10/31/24

Rockets Aim to End 10-Game Skid in Dallas

The Houston Rockets will look to snap a 10-game losing streak when they visit the Dallas Mavericks on Monday, Oct. 31, 2024. Houston (3-16) has not won since Oct. 18, while Dallas (10-9) has dropped two straight games after a five-game winning streak.

The Mavericks are favored by 10.5 points at home, according to DraftKings Sportsbook.

The Rockets have been one of the worst teams in the NBA this season, ranking near the bottom of the league in both offensive and defensive efficiency. They are also one of the youngest teams in the league, with an average age of just 23.3 years old.

The Mavericks, on the other hand, are a more experienced team with a number of talented players, including Luka Doncic, Spencer Dinwiddie, and Christian Wood. They are also one of the best three-point shooting teams in the league, ranking fifth in three-point percentage (38.7%).

The Rockets will need to play a near-perfect game to have a chance to win this game. They will need to hit their shots, play good defense, and avoid turnovers. The Mavericks, on the other hand, can afford to make a few mistakes and still win the game.

Prediction: Mavericks 115, Rockets 100

Odds: Mavericks -10.5, Rockets +10.5

Picks: Mavericks -10.5, Over 224.5