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Rockets Edge Mavericks in Close Contest

Dallas Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks19-30
107
Houston Rockets
Houston Rockets30-17
111

Saturday, January 31, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Toyota Center (Houston)

Houston Rockets 111, Dallas Mavericks 107, 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 111-107 at Toyota Center (Houston) on January 31, 2026.

Who was favored in Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets?

Houston Rockets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -425 (about 81% implied). The favorite won.

The Houston Rockets narrowly defeated the Dallas Mavericks 111-107 in a tightly contested game at the Toyota Center. This matchup was significant as it marked the fourth meeting between the two teams this season, with the series now tied at 2-2. Houston entered the game with a solid home record of 30-17, while Dallas struggled on the road with an away record of 19-30.

In their last ten games, the Rockets have performed well, boasting a record of 7-3 and currently on a one-game winning streak. They averaged 109.4 points scored per game and allowed 107.3 points during this stretch. Their recent form included a notable victory against the Atlanta Hawks, where they won 104-86, and a loss to the San Antonio Spurs at home, 99-111.

On the other hand, the Mavericks have had a mixed bag of results, going 5-4-1 in their last ten games but currently on a two-game losing streak. They averaged 107.7 points scored and allowed 103.4 points during this period. Their most recent game ended in a loss against the Charlotte Hornets, 121-123.

The Rockets have been particularly strong at home, with a record of 5-2 in their last seven home games. Meanwhile, the Mavericks have struggled away from home, with a recent away record of 1-0 but having faced challenges in their overall away games this season.

In terms of head-to-head meetings, the Rockets have a slight edge, leading the series 4-3 in their last seven encounters. In their previous matchups this season, the Mavericks secured victories on January 4 and December 7, while the Rockets won on November 4.

Injury concerns loom over both teams. For the Rockets, Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams are all listed as day-to-day due to various injuries, including ankle and knee issues. The Mavericks are also dealing with injuries to Santi Aldama, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II, all of whom are day-to-day with knee and foot problems.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Rockets favored by 10.5 points, with a total set at 222.5. The odds for the Rockets to win straight up were -425, while the Mavericks were priced at +330.

Conditions in Houston were conducive for basketball, with fans filling the Toyota Center to support their home team. As the game progressed, viewers witnessed a series of critical scoring plays in the fourth quarter, including a driving layup by Alperen Sengun and a dunk by Tari Eason that ultimately sealed the victory for the Rockets.

The final quarter was intense, with the Mavericks making a late push to close the gap, highlighted by Daniel Gafford's free throws and a dunk that brought them within striking distance. However, the Rockets maintained composure and executed crucial plays to secure the win, showcasing their resilience in a high-pressure situation.

Overall, this game highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams, with the Rockets continuing to assert their dominance at home while the Mavericks look to bounce back from their recent struggles.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsHOU -10.5 222.5 o -112 / u -108 Dallas Mavericks +330 · Houston Rockets -425

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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 Thompson21Houston Rockets
  • AssistsAmen Thompson9Houston Rockets
  • ReboundsAlperen Sengun14Houston Rockets
  • PointsCooper Flagg34Dallas Mavericks
  • AssistsCooper Flagg5Dallas Mavericks
  • ReboundsCooper Flagg12Dallas Mavericks

Recent form

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 7-3Streak W1109.4 scored · 107.3 allowed per game5-2 at home

  • W104-86at Atlanta HawksJan 30
  • L99-111vs San Antonio SpursJan 29
  • W108-99vs Memphis GrizzliesJan 27
  • W111-104at Detroit PistonsJan 24
  • L122-128at Philadelphia 76ersJan 23
  • W111-106vs San Antonio SpursJan 21
  • W119-110vs New Orleans PelicansJan 19
  • W110-105vs Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 17
  • L91-111vs Oklahoma City ThunderJan 16
  • W119-113vs Chicago BullsJan 14

Dallas Mavericks

Last 10: 5-4-1Streak L2107.7 scored · 103.4 allowed per game1-0 away

  • L121-123vs Charlotte HornetsJan 30
  • L105-118vs Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 29
  • D0-0at Milwaukee BucksJan 26
  • L110-116vs Los Angeles LakersJan 25
  • W123-115vs Golden State WarriorsJan 23
  • W114-97at New York KnicksJan 19
  • W138-120vs Utah JazzJan 17
  • W144-122vs Utah JazzJan 16
  • L109-118vs Denver NuggetsJan 15
  • W113-105vs Brooklyn NetsJan 13

Standings

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

Box score

StatDallas MavericksHouston Rockets
Field goals41-9245-108
Field goal %4542
Three-pointers10-2310-26
Three-point %4338
Free throws15-2611-15
Free throw %5873
Rebounds4853
Offensive rebounds1118
Defensive rebounds3735
Assists1933
Steals310
Blocks46
Turnovers115
Team turnovers01
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers116
Fast-break points917
Points in the paint5862
Fouls1220
Largest lead213
Lead changes99
Time in front686

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter67-77Max Christie makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cooper Flagg assists)
  2. 3rd Quarter67-79Amen Thompson makes driving layup
  3. 3rd Quarter69-79Cooper Flagg makes 7-foot two point shot
  4. 3rd Quarter69-82Josh Okogie makes 22-foot running jump shot (Tari Eason assists)
  5. 3rd Quarter71-82Moussa Cisse makes 3-foot dunk (Caleb Martin assists)
  6. 3rd Quarter72-82Cooper Flagg makes free throw 2 of 2
  7. 3rd Quarter73-82Moussa Cisse makes free throw 2 of 2
  8. 3rd Quarter73-84Josh Okogie makes 1-foot driving dunk (Dorian Finney-Smith assists)
  9. 3rd Quarter76-84Cooper Flagg makes 26-foot three pointer (Caleb Martin assists)
  10. 3rd Quarter78-84Cooper Flagg makes 11-foot two point shot (Caleb Martin assists)
  11. 3rd Quarter78-87Josh Okogie makes 22-foot running jump shot (Alperen Sengun assists)
  12. 3rd Quarter81-87Caleb Martin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cooper Flagg assists)
  13. 3rd Quarter82-87Caleb Martin makes free throw 2 of 2
  14. 4th Quarter82-89Reed Sheppard makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Clint Capela assists)
  15. 4th Quarter83-89Naji Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
  16. 4th Quarter83-91Jabari Smith Jr. makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Amen Thompson assists)
  17. 4th Quarter83-93Amen Thompson makes running layup (Kevin Durant assists)
  18. 4th Quarter83-94Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 1
  19. 4th Quarter85-94Max Christie makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
  20. 4th Quarter85-95Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
  21. 4th Quarter85-96Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
  22. 4th Quarter88-96Klay Thompson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Moussa Cisse assists)
  23. 4th Quarter88-99Tari Eason makes 24-foot three point jumper (Alperen Sengun assists)
  24. 4th Quarter91-99Klay Thompson makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot (Caleb Martin assists)
  25. 4th Quarter91-101Alperen Sengun makes 2-foot driving dunk (Kevin Durant assists)
  26. 4th Quarter93-101Cooper Flagg makes 5-foot two point shot
  27. 4th Quarter93-103Amen Thompson makes tip shot
  28. 4th Quarter95-103Cooper Flagg makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
  29. 4th Quarter97-103Cooper Flagg makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot
  30. 4th Quarter97-105Kevin Durant makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Alperen Sengun assists)
  31. 4th Quarter98-105Cooper Flagg makes free throw 1 of 2
  32. 4th Quarter99-105Cooper Flagg makes free throw 2 of 2
  33. 4th Quarter100-105Daniel Gafford makes free throw 1 of 2
  34. 4th Quarter101-105Daniel Gafford makes free throw 2 of 2
  35. 4th Quarter103-105Daniel Gafford makes 3-foot dunk
  36. 4th Quarter103-107Amen Thompson makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Alperen Sengun assists)
  37. 4th Quarter105-107Cooper Flagg makes 5-foot two point shot
  38. 4th Quarter107-107Naji Marshall makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Max Christie assists)
  39. 4th Quarter107-109Alperen Sengun makes driving layup
  40. 4th Quarter107-111Tari Eason makes 3-foot dunk (Kevin Durant assists)

Win probability

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

Venue

  • Toyota Center (Houston)Houston, TX
  • Attendance18055
  • OfficialsSean Wright, Jason Goldenberg, Simone Jelks

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