Mavericks vs Jazz Prediction and NBA Tips - 16 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 15, 2026, 8:58PM | Published: Jan 15, 2026, 3:01PM
The Dallas Mavericks will take on the Utah Jazz in NBA action at American Airlines Center on Friday, beginning at 12:30pm AEDT.
With the likes of Naji Marshall, Brandon Williams and P.J. Washington, the Mavericks are up against a Jazz line-up that includes Keyonte George, Brice Sensabaugh and Jusuf Nurkic.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Mavericks vs Jazz game, along with the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Dallas vs Utah NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Mavericks a 64% chance of beating the Jazz at American Airlines Center.
Mavericks vs Jazz: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at American Airlines Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Mavericks $1.61, Jazz $2.40
- Line: Mavericks -3.5 ($1.91), Jazz +3.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 236.5 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 Mavericks at $1.61 and the Jazz at $2.40.
The Mavericks are listed as 3.5-point favourites against the Jazz, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Jazz (+3.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 236.5 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 Mavericks (-3.5) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 236.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 52% of the time.
Mavericks vs Jazz: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Dallas at $1.61 with Bet365
- Line: Mavericks -3.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 236.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Mavericks vs Jazz predictions are based on market-leading simulations and gambling experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Mavericks vs Jazz: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Mavericks vs Jazz at American Airlines Center on Friday is the Mavericks winning 119-115.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Dallas vs Utah game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Mavericks vs Jazz prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the Dallas vs Utah game.
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Mavericks vs Jazz: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Mavericks and Jazz at American Airlines Center is scheduled to commence at 12:30pm AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Dallas Mavericks vs Utah Jazz
- Date: Friday 16 January 2026
- Time: 12:30pm AEDT
- Venue: American Airlines Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Dallas vs Utah predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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