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Rockets Edge Mavericks in Close Contest

Dallas Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks2-5
102
Houston Rockets
Houston Rockets4-2
110

Monday, November 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Toyota Center (Houston)

Houston Rockets 110, Dallas Mavericks 102, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets?

Houston Rockets beat Dallas Mavericks 110-102 at Toyota Center (Houston) on November 3, 2025.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Houston Rockets narrowly defeated the Dallas Mavericks 110-102 at the Toyota Center in Houston. This victory improves the Rockets' record to 5-5 over their last ten games, while the Mavericks drop to 3-7 during the same stretch. The win also gives the Rockets a 2-2 home record this season, showcasing their ability to perform well in front of their home crowd.

The Rockets entered this game with a recent surge, having won their last three games, including a convincing 128-101 victory over the Boston Celtics just two days prior. Their scoring average over the last five games stands at an impressive 127.8 points, while they have allowed an average of 114.2 points. In contrast, the Mavericks have struggled, losing their last game against the Detroit Pistons 110-122, and their scoring average over the last five games is only 111.4 points, with an average of 114.8 points allowed.

Historically, the Rockets have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Mavericks, leading the series 1-0 for the current season and holding a 3-1 advantage in the last four encounters. Their last meeting was a dominant 133-96 win for the Rockets on March 15, 2025. This trend continued as the Rockets managed to maintain their edge in this latest matchup.

In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges with key players listed as day-to-day. For the Rockets, Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams were all dealing with ankle or knee issues, which could potentially affect their performance in upcoming games. The Mavericks also had significant players on the injury report, including Kyrie Irving and Santi Aldama, both dealing with knee injuries, along with Dereck Lively II, who is nursing a foot injury.

The betting market reflected the Rockets' favorable position heading into this game, with odds provided by an unnamed source indicating a strong likelihood of a Houston victory. The conditions at the Toyota Center were conducive to a competitive game, with both teams looking to establish themselves early.

As the game unfolded, the Rockets managed to secure the win through a series of critical scoring plays in the fourth quarter. Alperen Sengun made pivotal free throws that pushed the Rockets' lead to 103-101, followed by a crucial two-point shot that extended their advantage to 105-102. Josh Okogie contributed to the scoring with free throws, and a dunk by Tari Eason, assisted by Okogie, sealed the victory at 110-102.

Overall, this matchup showcased the Rockets' resilience and ability to capitalize on key moments, while the Mavericks will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they continue to seek consistency in their performance.

Injury report

  • Kevin DurantDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
  • Fred VanVleetDay-To-DayKneeHouston Rockets
  • Steven AdamsDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
  • Santi AldamaDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
  • Kyrie IrvingDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
  • Dereck Lively IIDay-To-DayFootDallas Mavericks

Leaders

  • PointsAmen Thompson27Houston Rockets
  • AssistsAlperen Sengun6Houston Rockets
  • ReboundsAlperen Sengun11Houston Rockets
  • PointsP.J. Washington29Dallas Mavericks
  • AssistsD'Angelo Russell12Dallas Mavericks
  • ReboundsP.J. Washington12Dallas Mavericks

Recent form

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 5-5Streak W3120.7 scored · 117.8 allowed per game2-2 at home

  • W128-101at Boston CelticsNov 2
  • W139-121at Toronto RaptorsOct 29
  • W137-109vs Brooklyn NetsOct 28
  • L111-115vs Detroit PistonsOct 25
  • L124-125at Oklahoma City ThunderOct 21
  • L111-126vs Denver NuggetsApr 13
  • L109-140at Los Angeles LakersApr 12
  • L117-134at LA ClippersApr 10
  • W106-96at Golden State WarriorsApr 7
  • W125-111vs Oklahoma City ThunderApr 5

Dallas Mavericks

Last 10: 3-7Streak L1107.1 scored · 118 allowed per game0-3 away

  • L110-122at Detroit PistonsNov 2
  • W107-105vs Indiana PacersOct 30
  • L94-101vs Oklahoma City ThunderOct 28
  • W139-129vs Toronto RaptorsOct 26
  • L107-117vs Washington WizardsOct 25
  • L92-125vs San Antonio SpursOct 23
  • L97-132at Memphis GrizzliesApr 13
  • W124-102vs Toronto RaptorsApr 12
  • L97-112vs Los Angeles LakersApr 9
  • L104-135at LA ClippersApr 6

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
San Antonio-20L1.75662
Houston1030W1.63452
New Orleans3656L2.31726
Dallas3656W1.31726
Memphis3757L8.30525

Box score

StatDallas MavericksHouston Rockets
Field goals40-8941-89
Field goal %4546
Three-pointers9-368-29
Three-point %2528
Free throws13-2020-30
Free throw %6567
Rebounds4054
Offensive rebounds1015
Defensive rebounds3039
Assists3023
Steals129
Blocks67
Turnovers1517
Team turnovers00
Technical fouls10
Technical fouls, total10
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1517
Fast-break points2412
Points in the paint5662
Fouls2517
Largest lead69

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter70-75P.J. Washington makes 5-foot two point shot (Naji Marshall assists)
  2. 3rd Quarter70-76Kevin Durant makes technical free throw
  3. 3rd Quarter70-78Alperen Sengun makes 4-foot two point shot
  4. 3rd Quarter72-78Daniel Gafford makes 2-foot two point shot (Jaden Hardy assists)
  5. 3rd Quarter74-78P.J. Washington makes 21-foot pullup jump shot (D'Angelo Russell assists)
  6. 3rd Quarter74-80Aaron Holiday makes 1-foot two point shot (Alperen Sengun assists)
  7. 3rd Quarter74-81Aaron Holiday makes free throw 1 of 1
  8. 3rd Quarter75-81D'Angelo Russell makes free throw 1 of 2
  9. 3rd Quarter76-81D'Angelo Russell makes free throw 2 of 2
  10. 3rd Quarter78-81P.J. Washington makes 8-foot two point shot
  11. 4th Quarter78-83Clint Capela makes dunk
  12. 4th Quarter78-84Alperen Sengun makes free throw 1 of 2
  13. 4th Quarter80-84Daniel Gafford makes dunk
  14. 4th Quarter80-87Tari Eason makes 22-foot three point jumper (Reed Sheppard assists)
  15. 4th Quarter80-89Reed Sheppard makes 12-foot two point shot
  16. 4th Quarter81-89P.J. Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
  17. 4th Quarter82-89P.J. Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
  18. 4th Quarter84-89Daniel Gafford makes alley oop layup (P.J. Washington assists)
  19. 4th Quarter87-89D'Angelo Russell makes 26-foot running pullup jump shot (Max Christie assists)
  20. 4th Quarter87-91Alperen Sengun makes driving layup (Kevin Durant assists)
  21. 4th Quarter90-91Max Christie makes 25-foot three point jumper (D'Angelo Russell assists)
  22. 4th Quarter90-93Amen Thompson makes 4-foot two point shot
  23. 4th Quarter92-93Daniel Gafford makes layup (Max Christie assists)
  24. 4th Quarter92-96Kevin Durant makes 25-foot three pointer
  25. 4th Quarter94-96Daniel Gafford makes layup (Max Christie assists)
  26. 4th Quarter94-99Kevin Durant makes 26-foot three pointer
  27. 4th Quarter96-99Max Christie makes 1-foot dunk (D'Angelo Russell assists)
  28. 4th Quarter98-99P.J. Washington makes 2-foot dunk (D'Angelo Russell assists)
  29. 4th Quarter99-99P.J. Washington makes free throw 1 of 1
  30. 4th Quarter99-101Amen Thompson makes 9-foot two point shot
  31. 4th Quarter100-101D'Angelo Russell makes free throw 1 of 2
  32. 4th Quarter101-101D'Angelo Russell makes free throw 2 of 2
  33. 4th Quarter101-102Alperen Sengun makes free throw 1 of 2
  34. 4th Quarter101-103Alperen Sengun makes free throw 2 of 2
  35. 4th Quarter102-103D'Angelo Russell makes free throw 2 of 2
  36. 4th Quarter102-105Alperen Sengun makes 8-foot two point shot
  37. 4th Quarter102-106Josh Okogie makes free throw 1 of 2
  38. 4th Quarter102-107Josh Okogie makes free throw 2 of 2
  39. 4th Quarter102-108Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
  40. 4th Quarter102-110Tari Eason makes dunk (Josh Okogie assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Houston Rockets, below favours Dallas Mavericks.

Venue

  • Toyota Center (Houston)Houston, TX
  • Attendance18055
  • OfficialsJacyn Goble, Mitchell Ervin, Pat O'Connell

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