SportsLine's computer model just revealed its NBA picks for Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers
The Dallas Mavericks (46-29) hosted the Los Angeles Lakers (31-43) in a Battle of the Western Conference on Tuesday night. Los Angeles West has just half a game in front of the Spurs for the final play-in spot. The Lakers continue a two-game losing streak, including a loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday. Dallas, currently fourth in the West, have won two of their last three matches. LeBron James (ankle) and Anthony Davis (leg) are both listed as suspects for Los Angeles.
Tipoff is at 7:30 pm. ET at the American Airlines Center. Caesars Sportsbook lists Dallas as the 12-point favorite in the latest Lakers vs. Mavericks odds. The over-under for the total points is set at 218.5. Before locking in any Mavericks vs. Lakers picks, be sure to check out NBA predictions and betting advice from SportsLine's proven computer models.
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Now, the model has set her sights on the Lakers vs. Mavs and simply locked in her picks and NBA predictions. You can visit Sportsline to see its likes. Mavs vs. Here are several NBA odds and betting lines and trends for the Lakers:
- Lakers vs. Mavericks Spread: Dallas-12
- Lakers vs Mavericks over-under: 218.5 points
- Lakers vs Mavericks Money Line: Dallas -800, Los Angeles +550
- Dal: Mavericks are 4-1 ATS as favorites in their last 5 games
- RED: The Lakers are 3-1-1 ATS in their last 5 Tuesday games
Why the Mavericks Can Cover
Spencer Dinwiddie puts a lot of height and wingspan on the point guard spot and he uses that to his advantage. Dinwiddie has a good vision of the court, setting up his teammates. The Colorado product makes its own shot and constantly goes into the lane. He averages 14 points, 4.4 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game. On March 21, Dinwiddie scored 20 points, eight rebounds and three assists.
Jalen Brunson, a guard on the backcourt for Dallas, is another contributor. He is quick and agile on both ends of the floor. Brunson makes 16.2 points, 3.8 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game. The Villanova product can score from all three levels, shooting from three to 37 percent. He has scored more than 20 points in three of his last six matches. In his last matchup, Brunson conceded 22 points, 10 rebounds and five assists.
Why can the Lakers cover
Guard Russell Westbrook likes to play downhill and attack the basket. The nine-time All-Star can set his teammates up and help on Glass as Westbrook averages 18.2 points, 7.5 rebounds and 7.2 assists per game. The UCLA product has produced over 20 points in four of its last five outings. Against the Philadelphia 76ers on March 23, Westbrook scored 24 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists.
Guard Malik Monk is a phenomenal athlete with a sweet shooting stroke from mid-range and 3-point land. Monk has the ability to slam it on opposing defenders. The 2017 first round average averaged 13.2 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game. The Kentucky Product has scored over 20 points in back-to-back games and in his previous competition, Monk scored 23 points and six assists.