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Jazz vs. Mavericks prediction: Dallas favored to win Thursday's NBA matchup [1/15/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Utah Jazz vs Dallas Mavericks predictions for NBA Thursday.
The Dallas Mavericks will face the Utah Jazz in NBA action at American Airlines Center on Thursday, beginning at 8:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Mavericks as the most likely winner of the Jazz vs. Mavericks game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Mavericks lineup will feature players like Cooper Flagg, Naji Marshall and Brandon Williams, while the Jazz will look to Lauri Markkanen, Keyonte George and Brice Sensabaugh.
This article offers further insights into Thursday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Jazz vs. Mavs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NBA matchup between the Jazz and Mavericks 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Mavericks a 60% chance of defeating the Jazz. Our predicted final score has the Mavericks winning 119-116.
According to our model, the Mavericks (-2.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 238.5 points has a 55% chance of staying under.
Jazz vs. Mavericks odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Jazz | Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +2.5 (-110) | -2.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +120 | -142 |
| Total | o238.5 (-108) | u238.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Jazz vs. Mavericks 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 -2.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Mavericks | -142 |
| Total | Under 238.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Thursday, the top play to make on this game is Under 238.5 total points.
Jazz vs. Mavericks player props
Betting on Jazz vs. Mavericks NBA player props? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at American Airlines Center.
Lauri Markkanen is expected to lead the Jazz with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists, while Cooper Flagg is projected to have 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the Mavericks.
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.
Jazz prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Jazz are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauri Markkanen | 26 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 42 |
| Keyonte George | 22 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 43 |
| B. Sensabaugh | 14 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 26 |
| Jusuf Nurkic | 14 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 41 |
| Ace Bailey | 11 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 21 |
Mavericks prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Mavericks:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper Flagg | 21 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 44 |
| Naji Marshall | 18 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 35 |
| B. Williams | 17 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 34 |
| P.J. Washington | 16 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 37 |
| Max Christie | 13 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 27 |
Jazz vs. Mavs game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's action between the Mavericks and Jazz at American Airlines Center is scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM ET.
- Who: Utah Jazz vs. Dallas Mavericks
- Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
- Time: 8:30 PM ET/5:30PM PT
- Venue: American Airlines Center
Conclusion
We predict the Mavericks, with a 60% win probability, will likely beat the Jazz on Thursday, with Cooper Flagg projected for a game-high 44 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Jazz vs. Mavericks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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