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NBAWed, Oct 21 · 8:30 PM
Houston Rockets host Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 8:30 PM (ET) at Toyota Center (Houston) in the NBA.
Houston Rockets have 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches.
Dallas Mavericks have 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches.
- Competition
- NBA
- Start time
- Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 8:30 PM (ET)
- Venue
- Toyota Center (Houston), Houston
Preview in numbers
- Start time in the United States is 8:30 PM (ET) on Wednesday October 21, 2026.
- Houston Rockets have 3 wins and 2 defeats from their last 5.
- Dallas Mavericks have 2 wins and 3 defeats from their last 5.
- Houston Rockets are the market favourites at 73%, with the bookmaker margin taken out.
Data: ESPN · votes and picks from Scorely users
Odds movement
Opening → NowRockets
-340 → -310
+2.2%
Mavericks
+270 → +250
−5.4%
DraftKings opening and current prices published by ESPN. 18+
Odds comparison
Moneyline
| Bookmaker | 1 · Rockets | 2 · Mavericks | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | -310▲ | +250▼ | 4.3% |
Total goals
| Bookmaker | Over 227.5 | Under 227.5 | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | -105 | -115 | 4.8% |
Indicative odds that move until kick-off. The best price in each column is highlighted. Margin = the bookmaker's cut (sum of implied probabilities − 100%). Arrow: move since opening. 18+
Licensed bookmakers in this edition: DraftKings (State regulators (NJ DGE, PA PGCB and others)) · Bet365 (NJ Division of Gaming Enforcement; Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board)
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FAQ
What time does Houston Rockets vs Dallas Mavericks start?
Houston Rockets vs Dallas Mavericks (NBA) starts on Wednesday, October 21 at 8:30 PM (ET) at Toyota Center (Houston).
Who is the favorite in Houston Rockets vs Dallas Mavericks?
The market favorite is Houston Rockets. Probability without the bookmaker margin: Houston Rockets 73 % and Dallas Mavericks 27 %. It is indicative and moves until the start.
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