DEVIATERockets @ Mavericks: the model and market comparison
A closer look at the Rockets @ Mavericks alert, with its original numbers.
The alert
Rockets @ Mavericks — Dallas Mavericks +3, 6:59 left Q4. Model 70%, market 59%, gap 11 percentage points; side: Dallas Mavericks. Sent 10:04 PM ET on Oct 30, 2026. Outcome: won.
Dallas Mavericks currently lead and our historical model gives them a ~70% chance to win from this exact situation (Dallas Mavericks +3, 6:59 left Q4). Kalshi's market is pricing the same outcome at 59% (59¢ on YES for Dallas Mavericks). That's a 11-point gap between the historical rate and the market price, so the contract looks underpriced relative to history. This reflects historical frequencies, not a guarantee. Late-game variance, injuries, and fouling situations can and do flip outcomes.
How to read this comparison
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