by Rod Pearson
Monday, Feb 24, 2025
Game Time: 10:00 pm ET, Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
Where to Watch: TNT, MAX, truTV
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: Mavericks +7.5, Lakers -7.5; Over/Under: 228 points
Bet365: Point Spread: Mavericks +7.5, Lakers -7.5; Over/Under: 228 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: Mavericks +8.5, Lakers -8.5; Over/Under: 227.5 points
Season Record
Dallas Mavericks: 31-27 (3rd place, Southwest Division)
Los Angeles Lakers: 34-21 (1st place, Pacific Division)
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Dallas Mavericks: 5-5 last 10
Los Angeles Lakers: 8-2 last 10
Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers Preview and Analysis
The Mavericks are entering this game with a 31-27 record overall this season and they are 13-16 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off a loss against the Golden State Warriors. P.J. Washington and Kyrie Irving each led the team in points in that game with 17 while Klay Thompson and Jaden Hardy each were next on the team with 11 points. Dante Exum led the team in assists in that game with 5 while Kessler Edwards led the team in rebounds with 8. They were 46.3% from the field, 40.6% from 3-point range, and 68.4% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 115.4 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 113.5 PPG against them. The Mavericks have an ATS record of 30-26-2 this season and their O/U record is 30-28.
The Lakers are entering this game with a 34-21 record overall this season and they are 19-7 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 2 game winning streak with wins coming against the Portland Trail Blazers and the Denver Nuggets. Luka Dončić led the team in points in that game with 32 while LeBron James was next on the team with 25 points. Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić each led the team in assists in that game with 7 while Luka Dončić led the team in rebounds with 10. They were 50% from the field, 39% from 3-point range, and 84% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 113.1 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 111.8 PPG against them. The Lakers have an ATS record of 30-24-1 this season and their O/U record is 27-28.
Mavericks vs Lakers Prediction
The current betting odds have the Lakers listed as a 7.5 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Lakers have looked really good in their games this season with their 34-21 record overall which has them in the top half of the West and in a playoff spot. They have looked great on their home court all year with their 19-7 home record too. Meanwhile, the Mavericks have looked good in their games this season with their 31-27 record overall, but that record has them right in the middle of the West and only in a play-in game spot. They haven't been a good road team either with their 13-16 road record this season. This is going to be a big game for both teams since this is the first time they are playing each other since the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade. The Mavericks have struggled a lot more since that trade as they are only 5-5 in their last 10 games and Davis is out injured. They are coming off a crushing loss to the Warriors in their last one too. The Lakers have been the complete opposite though as they are 8-2 in their last 10 games and have some momentum on their side with 2 wins in a row now. They came out of the All-Star break with a loss to the Hornets, but they have won 2 games in a row since then and have a lot of momentum from a crushing road win over the Nuggets in their last one, winning that game by over 20 points. The Lakers are in a much better situation after making that trade with the Mavericks and the Lakers can take advantage of the way the Mavs have been struggling lately. The best way to place a bet here is on the Lakers to cover the spread in this game.
Mavericks Lakers Prediction: Our NBA Pick for Tuesday, February 25, 2025 (10:00 pm ET start time) is Lakers 121 Mavericks 109.
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NBA Betting Trends
Dallas Mavericks: 31-22 ATS against Pacific division opponents. 9-5 ATS after a blowout loss by 20 points or more. 17-10 ATS on the road when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 70%). 27-19 OVER as a road underdog of 6 points or less.
Los Angeles Lakers: 18-35 ATS off a road win. 10-18 ATS off an upset win as a road underdog. 11-19 ATS at home versus poor pressure defensive teams - forcing 13 turnovers/game or less. 8-3 OVER revenging a straight up loss vs opponent as a road favorite.
Key Injuries
Dallas Mavericks: D. Powell (C) Day To Day - Hip. C. Martin (SF) Day To Day - Hip. A. Davis (PF) Out - Groin. D. Gafford (C) Out - Knee. D. Lively (C) Out - Ankle.
Los Angeles Lakers: M. Kleber (PF) Out - Foot.
Notable Quotes
“We had some good looks there that we just didn’t capitalize on, and they took advantage of some miscues defensively and they went on that run. We just didn’t close quarters well this afternoon.” - Jason Kidd after his team’s loss against the Warriors in their game on Sunday.
“This morning we talked about going to war. Be willing to die on the court. I was so amped today. I should’ve been able to take a nap. I couldn’t sleep last night.” - JJ Redick after his team’s win against the Nuggets in their game on Sunday.
Starting Lineups
Dallas Mavericks
PG Kyrie Irving
SG Dante Exum
SF Klay Thompson
PF Kessler Edwards
C P.J. Washington
Los Angeles Lakers
PG Luka Doncic
SG Austin Reaves
SF Rui Hachimura
PF LeBron James
C Jaxson Hayes
Statistical Leaders
Dallas Mavericks
PPG: A. Davis (25.7)
APG: K. Irving (4.7)
Reb/G: A. Davis (12)
Los Angeles Lakers
PPG: L. Dončić (26.5)
APG: L. James (8.9)
Reb/G: L. Dončić (8.1)
Coaches:
Dallas Mavericks: Jason Kidd (4th season)
Los Angeles Lakers: JJ Redick (1st season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
