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Game time: December 21, 2024 at 8:30 PM ET

Venue: American Airlines Center — Dallas, TX

Article updated Dec 21, 2:19 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The 2024-25 NBA season continues on Saturday, December 21st as the Los Angeles Clippers face off against the Dallas Mavericks in a Western Conference matchup at American

Game outlook

The 2024-25 NBA season continues on Saturday, December 21st as the Los Angeles Clippers face off against the Dallas Mavericks in a Western Conference matchup at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX. The game is set to tip off at 8:30 PM ET. This will be the second meeting between the two teams this season, with the Clippers coming out on top in their previous matchup with a 118-95 victory over the Mavericks. Dallas is seeking revenge and is currently favored to win with an opening line of -4, which has since shifted to Dallas -3.5. Stay tuned for more analysis on this Clippers vs. Mavericks prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Clippers +135 | Mavericks -155

Spread: Clippers +3.5 (-110) | Mavericks -3.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 221 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 61%.

Los Angeles Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers recently broke a three-game losing streak by defeating the Utah Jazz and the Dallas Mavericks. In their victory over the Mavericks, the Clippers held their opponents to a low shooting percentage while excelling in both three-point shooting and points in the paint. Leading scorers Nick Powell and James Harden combined for impressive performances, with Ivica Zubac also contributing a double-double. Despite missing Kawhi Leonard due to injury, the Clippers maintain a solid offensive and defensive record this season. With key statistics highlighting their shooting efficiency and rebounding capability, the Clippers currently hold a power ranking of 10 and stand out in both offense and defense categories. Their overall record of 16-12, along with strong performances in key areas, positions them favorably for continued success in the NBA.

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Dallas Mavericks Analysis

The Dallas Mavericks suffered a loss on Thursday night without key players Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Their recent record includes a win over the Golden State Warriors but losses to the Oklahoma City Thunder and LA Clippers. The team struggled offensively in their game against the Clippers, with a lack of production from the second unit. Despite their high offensive rating, they have struggled defensively, giving up an average of 112.7 points per game. The Mavericks have a power ranking of 11 and excel in offense, ranking fourth in the league for scoring. They have a solid field goal and three-point shooting percentage but struggle with free throw shooting. On defense, they allow a high field goal percentage but are solid in defending three-pointers. Overall, the Mavericks have a record of 17-10 and are considered a strong offensive team in the NBA.

Injured Mavericks Stars Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving listed as day-to-day, crucial for upcoming game against Clippers

Both Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are currently listed as day-to-day, impacting the Mavericks' lineup significantly. The team's recent struggles against LA emphasize the urgent need for one of their star players to return to action. Even if both Doncic and Irving are able to play, the Clippers' strong defensive capabilities suggest that the game will be closely contested. The Clippers rank highly in defensive statistics, including turnover percentage, rebound percentage, and opponent 3-point percentage. While LA has shown vulnerability to turnovers on offense, the Mavericks' defensive turnover percentage is relatively low in comparison. Given Dallas's heavy reliance on Doncic and Irving, monitoring the injury report closely is advised.

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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+140 → +136Moved
  • Moneyline · Dallas Mavericks-164 → -160Moved
  • Spread · Los Angeles Clippers+4 (-110) → +3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Dallas Mavericks-4 (-110) → -3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over222 (-110) → 220.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under222 (-110) → 220.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Los Angeles Clippers
1-2 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Dallas Mavericks
2-2 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-21T19:19:51.802Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Los Angeles Clippers recently broke a three-game losing streak by defeating the Utah Jazz and the Dallas Mavericks. In their victory over the Mavericks, the Clippers held their opponents to a low shooting percentage while excelling in both three-point shooting and points in the paint. Leading scorers Nick Powell and James Harden combined for impressive performances, with Ivica Zubac also contributing a double-double. Despite missing Kawhi Leonard due to injury, the Clippers maintain a solid offensive and defensive record this season. With key statistics highlighting their shooting efficiency and rebounding capability, the Clippers currently hold a power ranking of 10 and stand out in both offense and defense categories. Their overall record of 16-12, along with strong performances in key areas, positions them favorably for continued success in the NBA.

Both Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are currently listed as day-to-day, impacting the Mavericks' lineup significantly. The team's recent struggles against LA emphasize the urgent need for one of their star players to return to action. Even if both Doncic and Irving are able to play, the Clippers' strong defensive capabilities suggest that the game will be closely contested. The Clippers rank highly in defensive statistics, including turnover percentage, rebound percentage, and opponent 3-point percentage. While LA has shown vulnerability to turnovers on offense, the Mavericks' defensive turnover percentage is relatively low in comparison. Given Dallas's heavy reliance on Doncic and Irving, monitoring the injury report closely is advised.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-12-19Los Angeles Clippers 118 · Dallas Mavericks 95
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Dallas Mavericks defeated Los Angeles Clippers 113-97

Dallas Mavericks defeated Los Angeles Clippers 113-97 on December 21, 2024, a 16-point decision in the series. Dallas Mavericks' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 31-18. Against SportsJaw's recorded Los Angeles Clippers +3.5 (-110) spread, Dallas Mavericks covered, while the 210 combined points finished under the recorded total of 220.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • JeffjacksonSpread · Dallas Mavericks -4 (-110)Win
  • Randy54Spread · Dallas Mavericks -4 (-110)Win
  • BrycetSpread · Los Angeles Clippers +2 (-110)Loss