Jazz vs Mavericks Prediction and NBA Tips - 9 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 9, 2026, 2:10AM | Published: Jan 8, 2026, 4:09PM
The Utah Jazz will take on the Dallas Mavericks in NBA action at Delta Center on Friday, starting at 1:00pm AEDT.
Led by the likes of Lauri Markkanen, Keyonte George and Brice Sensabaugh, the Jazz are up against a Mavericks side that includes Anthony Davis, Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Jazz vs Mavericks game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Utah vs Dallas NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Mavericks a 66% chance of winning against the Jazz at Delta Center.
Jazz vs Mavericks: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Delta Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Jazz $2.60, Mavericks $1.53
- Line: Jazz +5 ($1.91), Mavericks -5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 243.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Jazz at $2.60 and the Mavericks at $1.53.
The Jazz are listed as 5-point underdogs against the Mavericks, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Mavericks (-5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 243.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Jazz and the Mavericks have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 243.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 55% of the time.
Jazz vs Mavericks: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Dallas at $1.53 with Bet365
- Line: Mavericks -5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 243.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Jazz vs Mavericks best bets are based on world-class simulations and wagering intelligence to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
Jazz vs Mavericks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Jazz vs Mavericks at Delta Center this Friday is the Mavericks winning 123-118.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Utah vs Dallas game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Jazz vs Mavericks prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting predictions before the Utah vs Dallas match-up.
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Jazz vs Mavericks: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Jazz and Mavericks at Delta Center is scheduled to begin at 1:00pm AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Utah Jazz vs Dallas Mavericks
- Date: Friday 9 January 2026
- Time: 1:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Delta Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Utah vs Dallas predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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