Naji Marshall is returning to the lineup after a brief absence that saw him miss just 1 game. Marshall has proven to be a good player capable of taking on a high usage role with above average efficiency. We’re getting a discount on this line and I also like his combo lines as well if you don’t have access to 15.5 points.

FanDuel at -132. Jabari Smith is averaging 6.9 rebounds per game this season. He’s cleared this line in 16/22 games against teams in the bottom half of rebounds allowed - the Mavs are 27th in that department. He’s compiled 17 rebounds across the two games against Dallas, and I expect him to make it three straight with 8+ boards. I’d bet this at over 7.5 for a partial unit.

Not sure what Dallas rookie ace Cooper Flagg can do for an encore after his 49-point showcase (albeit in a losing cause) vs. the Hornets on Thursday, though recent trendlines plus previous matchups suggest the Mavs can stay in the hunt tonight at Toyota Center. Dallas has covered all three meetings vs Houston this season and won the last two of those outright, though now-injured Anthony Davis was key in both of those wins. The Mavs also recently won four straight and have covered in seven of their last ten. Meanwhile the Rockets, though off of an impressive win over Hawks, have not been offering great value lately, just 4-11 their last 15 vs. the spread. Play Mavs