Lakers Battling Mavericks In Western Conference Matchup, Lakers on a Winning Streak
The total is set a 237.5. Los Angeles have won their last seven and are coming off a 131-99 win against the Jazz while Dallas has lost three of their last four including a
Game outlook
The total is set a 237.5. Los Angeles have won their last seven and are coming off a 131-99 win against the Jazz while Dallas has lost three of their last four including a 113-129 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Both teams clash Wednesday night at Crypto.com Arena in a Western Conference matchup, with the Mavericks hoping to get out of their slump and the Lakers hoping to continue their winning streak.
Game Info
When: Wednesday, 11/22/2023 @ 10:30pm EST
Where: Crypto.com Arena Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Mavericks -143 | Lakers +123
Spread: Mavericks -2.5 (-110) | Lakers +2.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 241 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 59%.
Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks are the second-highest scoring team in the league, averaging 122.8 points per game on 48.3% shooting. However, their defensive performance is below-average, allowing 120.4 points per game on 49.9% shooting and 36.9% from beyond the arc. Offensively, the team is led by Luka Doncic (30.6 ppg, 8.0 apg) and Kyrie Irving (23.9 ppg, 3.9 rpg), while Stephen Curry (30.4 ppg), Klay Thompson (14.4 ppg), and Andrew Wiggins (7.4 ppg) lead defensively. The Mavericks rank 2 in offense, 24 in defense, and 9-5 overall this season.
Los Angeles Lakers Analysis
LeBron James achieved a significant milestone in his career as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Utah Jazz 131-99, leading the Lakers to a six victory in their last seven games and 21-point lead at halftime. Seven players scored in double figures, including James with 17 points, nine assists and seven rebounds, along with Anthony Davis' 26 points and 16 rebounds. This performance positions the Lakers to potentially host a quarterfinal game in the tournament, being ranked #18 for offense, #14 for defense, 9-6 (6-9 ATS) overall, and making an average of 49.14% field goals, 76.55% free throws and 34.01% three pointers. They average 44.07rebounds per game, 26.13 offensive assists and 14.73 turnovers. On defense, they allow an average of 45.64% of field goals, 74.16% of free throws and 35.71% of three pointers, as well as an average of 44.80 defensive rebounds, 26.47 defensive assists and 14.00 turnovers per game.