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Mavericks vs. Jazz prediction: Dallas favored to win Thursday's NBA matchup [1/8/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Dallas Mavericks vs Utah Jazz predictions for NBA Thursday.
The Utah Jazz will square off with the Dallas Mavericks in NBA action at Delta Center on Thursday, beginning at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Mavericks as the most likely winner of the Mavericks vs. Jazz game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Jazz lineup will feature players like Lauri Markkanen, Keyonte George and Brice Sensabaugh, while the Mavericks will be led by Anthony Davis, Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Mavs vs. Jazz prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NBA matchup between the Mavericks and Jazz 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Mavericks a 66% chance of beating the Jazz. Our predicted final score has the Mavericks winning 123-118.
According to our model, the Mavericks (-5.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 243.5 points has a 55% chance of staying under.
Mavericks vs. Jazz odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Mavericks | Jazz |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -5.5 (-102) | +5.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | -186 | +160 |
| Total | o243.5 (-110) | u243.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Mavericks vs. Jazz picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Mavericks -5.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Mavericks | -186 |
| Total | Under 243.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Thursday, the top play to make on this game is Under 243.5 total points.
Mavericks vs. Jazz player props
Betting on Mavericks vs. Jazz NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Delta Center.
Anthony Davis is expected to lead the Mavericks with 26 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists, while Lauri Markkanen is projected to have 26 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists for the Jazz.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Mavericks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Mavericks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Davis | 26 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 56 |
| Cooper Flagg | 22 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 45 |
| Naji Marshall | 16 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 32 |
| B. Williams | 15 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 32 |
| Max Christie | 14 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 28 |
Jazz prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Jazz:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauri Markkanen | 26 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 42 |
| Keyonte George | 22 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 43 |
| B. Sensabaugh | 15 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 29 |
| Kyle Filipowski | 11 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 27 |
| Kevin Love | 9 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 24 |
Mavs vs. Jazz game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's action between the Jazz and Mavericks at Delta Center is scheduled to begin at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Dallas Mavericks vs. Utah Jazz
- Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Delta Center
Conclusion
We predict the Mavericks, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat the Jazz on Thursday, with Anthony Davis projected for a game-high 56 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Mavericks vs. Jazz insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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