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Mavericks vs. Trail Blazers prediction: Why Portland is favored to win Friday's NBA game [3/27/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Dallas Mavericks vs Portland Trail Blazers predictions for NBA Friday.
NBA action continues on Friday at 10:00 PM ET as the Dallas Mavericks take on the favored Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Trail Blazers as the most likely winner of the Mavericks vs. Trail Blazers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Trail Blazers lineup will feature stars like Deni Avdija, Jerami Grant and Jrue Holiday, while the Mavericks will be led by Cooper Flagg, Naji Marshall and P.J. Washington.
This article offers further insights into Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Mavs vs. Blazers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's NBA game between the Mavericks and Trail Blazers, forming part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Trail Blazers a 78% chance of beating the Mavericks. Our predicted final score has the Trail Blazers winning 124-115.
According to our model, the Mavericks (+10.5) have a 56% chance of covering the spread, while the 241.5-point over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Mavericks vs. Trail Blazers odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Mavericks | Trail Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +10.5 (-110) | -10.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | +375 | -460 |
| Total | o241.5 (-110) | u241.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Mavericks vs. Trail Blazers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Mavericks +10.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Mavericks | +375 |
| Total | Under 241.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Mavericks +10.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Mavericks vs. Trail Blazers player props
Looking for Mavericks vs. Trail Blazers NBA prop bets? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Moda Center.
Cooper Flagg is expected to lead the Mavericks with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists, while Deni Avdija is projected to have 25 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists for the Trail Blazers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Mavericks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Mavericks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper Flagg | 23 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 48 |
| Naji Marshall | 18 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 34 |
| P.J. Washington | 14 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 31 |
| Max Christie | 12 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 23 |
| B. Williams | 12 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 24 |
Trail Blazers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Trail Blazers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deni Avdija | 25 | 7 | 8 | 2 | 52 |
| Jerami Grant | 19 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 32 |
| Jrue Holiday | 16 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 37 |
| Donovan Clingan | 14 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 39 |
| Scoot Henderson | 14 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 28 |
Mavs vs. Blazers game-day updates and essential details
Friday's matchup between the Trail Blazers and Mavericks at Moda Center is scheduled to start at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Dallas Mavericks vs. Portland Trail Blazers
- Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Moda Center
Conclusion
We predict the Trail Blazers, with a 78% win probability, will likely beat the Mavericks on Friday, with Deni Avdija projected for a game-high 52 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Mavericks vs. Trail Blazers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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