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Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets Prediction and Preview
Our picks
Free picksOur picks for Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets come out after the official NBA injury report, at most 48 hours before tip-off, and at the latest (3 hours before tip-off).
We are waiting for the result of a team's previous game.
Latest news
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Aldama nears season and Mavericks debut
Aldama was assigned to train with the G League squad and is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Thunder.
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Rockets stay unbeaten after win over Hawks
Houston moved to 4-0 with a victory in its rematch against Atlanta. Fred VanVleet, Steven Adams and Marcus Smart were all unavailable on Saturday.
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Flagg's 29 points lift Mavericks past Heat
Cooper Flagg put up 29 points, 11 assists and five steals as Dallas won 113-109 in Miami.
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Positive first signs for De Larrea after knee blow
The Mavericks guard left the game in Miami after taking a hit to his knee in a fall. Tests are still pending, but the injury does not appear serious.
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Şengün sets career high as Rockets beat Hawks
Houston defeated Atlanta 120-110, with Alperen Şengün close to a triple-double. The Turkish player also recorded a career-best six steals.
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De Larrea hurts knee in Mavericks win over Heat
The Spanish guard left early in the second quarter after colliding with Tim Hardaway Jr. Dallas still won in Miami.
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Flagg leads Mavericks past Antetokounmpo's team
Cooper Flagg put up 29 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists, 4 steals and 2 blocks in a Mavericks win. The result was another setback for Antetokounmpo's side.
Atlanta HawksOfficial injury report
Dallas Mavericks
No player who matters is listed.
Houston Rockets
No player who matters is listed.
Last five games
Dallas Mavericks
- W 113-109 at Miami Heat (A) 26 Oct
- L 106-122 vs San Antonio Spurs (H) 25 Oct
- W 121-105 at Indiana Pacers (A) 23 Oct
- L 110-128 at Houston Rockets (A) 22 Oct
Houston Rockets
- W 120-110 vs Atlanta Hawks (H) 27 Oct
- W 121-114 at Atlanta Hawks (A) 25 Oct
- W 114-110 at San Antonio Spurs (A) 24 Oct
- W 128-110 vs Dallas Mavericks (H) 22 Oct
Most recent first, all games of the season, overtime included.
Team facts
DALHOU Record 2-2 4-0
At home 0-1 2-0
On the road 2-1 2-0
Conference 7 of 15, Western Conference 1 of 15, Western Conference
Streak – Won 4 in a row
Days of rest 1 1
Our team rating #26 of 30 #2 of 30
Pace #5 of 30 #25 of 30
Last meetings
- 22 Oct 2026Houston Rockets 128-110 Dallas Mavericks
- 1 Feb 2026Houston Rockets 111-107 Dallas Mavericks
- 4 Jan 2026Dallas Mavericks 110-104 Houston Rockets
- 7 Dec 2025Dallas Mavericks 122-109 Houston Rockets
- 4 Nov 2025Houston Rockets 110-102 Dallas Mavericks
Game details
- Stage
- NBA, Regular season, NBA Cup game
- Tip-off
- City
- Dallas
Questions and answers
What time is Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets?
Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets tips off at 00:00 UK time (20:00 US Eastern time) on Friday 30 October 2026, US date.
When is the Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets prediction out?
Our free picks come out after the official NBA injury report, at most 48 hours before tip-off; the winner percentages are open to everyone 2 hours before tip-off, and every other percentage once the game is over.
How are Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets doing this season?
Dallas Mavericks are 2-2; Houston Rockets are 4-0.
When did Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets last meet?
On 2026-10-22: Houston Rockets 128-110 Dallas Mavericks.
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