The Los Angeles Lakers (20-15) and the Dallas Mavericks (20-16) are gearing up for a Western Conference clash on Tuesday night. Both teams are looking to bounce back from recent losses. The Lakers suffered a 119-115 defeat at the hands of the Houston Rockets on Sunday, while the Mavericks are on a five-game losing streak after falling to the Memphis Grizzlies 119-104 last night. In their three meetings last season, the Mavs came out on top twice, but this will be their first matchup of the current season. Dallas will be without guards Kyrie Irving (back) and Luka Doncic (calf) for this game.
The game is scheduled to tip off at 7 p.m. ET at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The latest odds from SportsLine consensus favor the Lakers by 6.5 points, with the over/under set at 218.5 total points. The money line has the Lakers at -253 (risk $253 to win $100) and the Mavericks at +205 (risk $100 to win $205). Before making any betting decisions, be sure to consult the NBA predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine Projection Model.
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The model has run simulations of the Lakers vs. Mavericks game 10,000 times and has now revealed its NBA picks and betting predictions. To see the model’s picks, visit SportsLine. Here are some of the NBA odds and betting lines for the Lakers vs. Mavericks matchup:
- Lakers vs. Mavericks spread: Los Angeles -6.5
- Lakers vs. Mavericks over/under: 218.5 points
- Lakers vs. Mavericks money line: Los Angeles -253, Dallas +205
- LAL: The Lakers are 18-17 against the spread this season
- DAL: The Mavericks are 18-17-1 against the spread this season
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Reasons why the Lakers could cover
Forward LeBron James is a dominant force on both ends of the court, excelling as a scorer and playmaker. James averages 24.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 8.9 assists per game and has scored 30 or more points in four of his last seven games. Forward Anthony Davis is another key player for the Lakers, contributing both offensively and defensively. Davis averages 25.8 points and 11.8 rebounds per game and has recorded 25 double-doubles this season. To see which team to back, check out SportsLine.
Reasons why the Mavericks could cover
Guard Klay Thompson provides the Mavericks with a reliable scoring option, averaging 14.2 points and shooting 38% from beyond the arc. Forward P.J. Washington adds athleticism and versatility to the frontcourt, averaging 12.6 points and 7.4 rebounds per game. Washington’s ability to score from the perimeter and attack the basket makes him a valuable asset for the Mavericks. To see which team to back, visit SportsLine.
How to make Lakers vs. Mavericks picks
The SportsLine model predicts that the total points scored will be under 218, with one side of the spread hitting almost 60% of the time. For detailed picks and predictions, head over to SportsLine.
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