Dallas Mavericks (38-41) vs Los Angeles Lakers (48-31)
Game Info: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 7:30 pm (American Airlines Center)
Betting Odds: Dallas Mavericks +4.5 -- Over/Under: 228.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN
Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Lakers have been in pretty good shape as they've won five of their last eight games overall. However, they will be hoping to bounce back in this one after getting thrashed by the Thunder in a 136-120 road defeat last night. LeBron James led the team with 28 points, seven rebounds, and three assists, Austin Reaves added 24 points with five assists, while Luka Doncic chipped in with 23 points and five assists. As a team, the Lakers shot 46 percent from the field and 18 of 40 from the 3-point line as they worked hard to overcome a 10-point lead in the third quarter. Only to see their hard work go to waste in the fourth quarter where they got smashed by the Thunder. 39-22.
Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Dallas Mavericks have been in similar form as they've won five of their last nine games overall. They will be eager to avoid a third-straight defeat after getting embarrassed by the Clippers in a 135-104 road defeat on Saturday. Anthony Davis led the team with 27 points and nine rebounds, Kai Jones added 18 points, seven rebounds, and three blocks off the bench, while Klay Thompson chipped in with 14 points. As a team, the Mavericks shot 43 percent from the field and seven of 27 from the 3-point line as they struggled right from the tipoff and quickly fell behind by double digits. Things only got worse in the second half, where the Mavericks got outscored by 74-52 to suffer one of their worst defeats of the season.
Why the Dallas Mavericks will win
- The underdogs have won each of the last three games between the Lakers and Mavericks at American Airlines Center.
- The Lakers have lost each of their last three games as road favorites.
- The Mavericks have covered the spread in each of their last seven night games against Lakers teams that held a winning record.
- The Lakers have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games at American Airlines Center.
Why the Los Angeles Lakers will win
- The Mavericks have lost each of their last six games against Pacific Division opponents.
- The Lakers have won each of their last six night games against Southwest Division opponents.
- The Mavericks have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine home games.
- The Lakers have covered the spread in each of their last five games against Western Conference opponents that held a losing record.
Total Points Facts
- Eight of the Lakers' last nine night games against Western Conference opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of the Mavericks' last five games as underdogs against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back have gone OVER the total points line.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction
The Lakers are still shorthanded with Rui Hachimura and Bronny James still out, while the Mavericks have ruled out Jaden Hardy again, and they have Dante Exum listed as questionable. The Lakers would love a win here to help them cling onto the third seed in the Western Conference. They beat the Mavericks by 107-99 back on Feb. 25, but it's always tough playing on zero days rest against a team like the Mavericks, who will be well-rested as they haven't played since Saturday. The Lakers are the healthier team in better form lately, but the Mavericks will be up for this one, especially Davis, who would love to beat his former team.
Peter’s Pick Dallas +4.5
AUTHOR: Peter Tran
