Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The Lakers face off against the Mavericks on Tuesday night. Which team has the edge in this NBA matchup? Matt McCuen breaks down his Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks prediction.
Matt McCuen - December 12, 2023, 11:38 AM EST
5 minLos Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks will clash from the Lone Star State on Tuesday night.
Lakers vs. Mavericks Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: December 12, 2023
- Game Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: TNT
Lakers vs. Mavericks Odds
- Spread: Lakers -5 (-105), Mavericks +5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 234 (-110), U 234 (-109)
- Moneyline Odds: Lakers (-122), Mavericks (+110)
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks Prediction
Los Angeles enters play feeling good about themselves after becoming the first-ever NBA In-Season Tournament Champions.
The Lakers took down the Indiana Pacers in Las Vegas on Saturday, and they will look to continue their winning ways tonight as they return to regular season play.
LeBron James is doing something that we have never seen done before at age 38.
James, who turns 39 on December 30th, has averaged 25.0 points per game, 7.5 rebounds and 6.6 assists. He has played 33.4 minutes per game.
It is tough to wrap your head around how he is doing this consistently.
Anthony Davis has produced at a high level early in the season, contributing 22.7 points per game and 12.7 rebounds. Davis has been healthy this year, which is a huge win for the Lakers and the NBA as a whole.
Austin Reaves has fit into his role perfectly off the bench. The former Oklahoma Sooner has been a spark, putting up 14.1 points per game and 4.7 dimes.
The Lakers' 14-9 record is good for sixth in the West.
Dallas will come into play with a record of 14-8.
It has been a hot start to the season for Jason Kidd's team.
The Mavericks have quietly won three consecutive games two of them coming on the road.
Luka Doncic is making a case to be league MVP early in the year. The Slovenian-born guard has averaged 32.0 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 8.5 assists. He leads the team in all three categories.
Kyrie Irving has played well this year, adding 23.0 points per game and 5.2 assists. Irving will miss tonight’s game with a right heel contusion.
Rookie Derick Lively II has been a pleasant surprise for the Mavs. Lively has fit into his role tremendously as the rookie out of Duke has averaged 9.1 points and 8.1 rebounds while playing stellar defense.
Dallas is the No. 3 seed in the West.
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks Pick
This is a good spot to fade the Lakers.
We rode the Lakers all the way to the championship in the tournament, but this is all about the spot.
The Lakers just won a tournament championship on Saturday in Vegas and now have to travel to Dallas for an early week game.
Dallas has the firepower to compete without Irving, as they have veteran guys who can step up and make plays.
Doncic will need to deliver a big-time game tonight to lead the Mavericks to the win.
Pick: Mavericks +5 -110 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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