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Game time: December 19, 2024 at 8:30 PM ET

Venue: American Airlines Center — Dallas, TX

Article updated Dec 18, 11:00 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Thursday night, the Los Angeles Clippers and the Dallas Mavericks will face off at the American Airlines Center in a highly anticipated matchup. Both teams are coming off

Game outlook

On Thursday night, the Los Angeles Clippers and the Dallas Mavericks will face off at the American Airlines Center in a highly anticipated matchup. Both teams are coming off recent wins and will be looking to continue their success in this playoff rematch. Dallas is currently the betting favorite with a line opening at -6.75, now at -6.5. It will be interesting to see which team comes out on top in this showdown.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Clippers +203 | Mavericks -245

Spread: Clippers +6.5 (-110) | Mavericks -6.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 226.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 71%.

Los Angeles Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers have been successful this season despite the absence of Kawhi Leonard, with a strong focus on defensive prowess. They currently hold the fifth-best defensive rating in the league, boasting the best defensive rebounding rate and forcing turnovers at a high rate. Their defensive strengths help offset weaknesses in rim defense. Offensively, they are led by James Harden and Norman Powell, ranking 20th in offensive rating. The team struggles with efficiency in rim shooting and free throw shooting, but excels in three-point shooting. The Clippers have a power ranking of 10 and are ranked 24th in offense, 5th in defense, with a record of 1-2. Key injuries include Kawhi Leonard, Derrick Jones Jr., and Terance Mann. Los Angeles will face the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night, and their performance will be something to watch.

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Dallas Mavericks Analysis

The Dallas Mavericks have been performing well recently, winning eight of their last nine games including a dominant victory over Golden State. With a strong offense led by Luka Doncic and top rankings in offensive efficiency, the Mavericks have proven themselves to be a formidable team. However, they face challenges in turnovers and defensive rebounding, which could impact their success in the long run. Despite some key injuries, including Maxi Kleber being questionable, the Mavericks will look to continue their winning streak against the Los Angeles Clippers. In terms of statistics, the Mavericks rank fourth in offense and 13th in defense, with impressive shooting percentages and rebounding numbers. It will be interesting to see how they match up against the Clippers in their upcoming game.

Dallas Mavericks Expected to Dominate Against Los Angeles Clippers in Upcoming Game

The Dallas Mavericks have demonstrated consistent success at home throughout the season with an 2-2 record, including a 7-4-0 record against the spread. It is anticipated that this trend will continue in their upcoming game. Dallas is expected to excel in scoring around the basket against the Los Angeles Clippers, as the Clippers lack the defensive capabilities to contain players such as Doncic and Irving. Additionally, Los Angeles' struggles with ball security and offensive rebounding are likely to hinder their offensive performance against the Mavericks' defense. The Clippers' efficiency in scoring against Dallas is questionable. Therefore, it is recommended to consider the home team as a favorable choice to beat the spread in their Thursday matchup.

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SportsJaw Clippers vs Mavericks archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Clippers vs Mavericks matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Los Angeles Clippers+220 → -106Moved
  • Moneyline · Dallas Mavericks-275 → -115Moved
  • Spread · Los Angeles Clippers+6.75 (-110) → 0 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Dallas Mavericks-6.75 (-110) → 0 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over228 (-110) → 217 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under228 (-110) → 217 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Los Angeles Clippers
1-2 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Dallas Mavericks
2-2 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-19T04:00:28.661Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Los Angeles Clippers have been successful this season despite the absence of Kawhi Leonard, with a strong focus on defensive prowess. They currently hold the fifth-best defensive rating in the league, boasting the best defensive rebounding rate and forcing turnovers at a high rate. Their defensive strengths help offset weaknesses in rim defense. Offensively, they are led by James Harden and Norman Powell, ranking 20th in offensive rating. The team struggles with efficiency in rim shooting and free throw shooting, but excels in three-point shooting. The Clippers have a power ranking of 10 and are ranked 24th in offense, 5th in defense, with a record of 1-2. Key injuries include Kawhi Leonard, Derrick Jones Jr., and Terance Mann. Los Angeles will face the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night, and their performance will be something to watch.

The Dallas Mavericks have been performing well recently, winning eight of their last nine games including a dominant victory over Golden State. With a strong offense led by Luka Doncic and top rankings in offensive efficiency, the Mavericks have proven themselves to be a formidable team. However, they face challenges in turnovers and defensive rebounding, which could impact their success in the long run. Despite some key injuries, including Maxi Kleber being questionable, the Mavericks will look to continue their winning streak against the Los Angeles Clippers. In terms of statistics, the Mavericks rank fourth in offense and 13th in defense, with impressive shooting percentages and rebounding numbers. It will be interesting to see how they match up against the Clippers in their upcoming game.

The Dallas Mavericks have demonstrated consistent success at home throughout the season with an 2-2 record, including a 7-4-0 record against the spread. It is anticipated that this trend will continue in their upcoming game. Dallas is expected to excel in scoring around the basket against the Los Angeles Clippers, as the Clippers lack the defensive capabilities to contain players such as Doncic and Irving. Additionally, Los Angeles' struggles with ball security and offensive rebounding are likely to hinder their offensive performance against the Mavericks' defense. The Clippers' efficiency in scoring against Dallas is questionable. Therefore, it is recommended to consider the home team as a favorable choice to beat the spread in their Thursday matchup.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Los Angeles Clippers defeated Dallas Mavericks 118-95

Los Angeles Clippers defeated Dallas Mavericks 118-95 on December 19, 2024, a 23-point decision in the series. Los Angeles Clippers' strongest period was the 3rd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 39-28. Against SportsJaw's recorded Los Angeles Clippers 0 (-110) spread, Los Angeles Clippers covered, while the 213 combined points finished under the recorded total of 217.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • BluedevilSpread · Dallas Mavericks -6.5 (-110)Loss
  • BookieslayerSpread · Dallas Mavericks -5 (-110)Loss
  • DawhizTotal · Under 224.5 (-110)Win
  • MackintoshTotal · Over 225 (-110)Loss