This Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers game highlights the Tuesday NBA slate. The matchup comes after the blockbuster Doncic-Davis trade. Nico Harrison looks to avoid further criticism and everything that’s resulted from his handiwork. But these two teams encountering will always serve to allow fans to gauge their specific evaluations of the latest massive free agency move.
Unfortunately, AD will be unavailable. So a true snapshot will not be possible. But that will add to the perceived shortcomings from fans anyway. Regardless, this new-look JJ Redick’s side looked good in their last win. And they’ll want to capitalize on their most recent success.
Over/Under for Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers
It’s like any other team. If certain players have a hot shooting night, then buckets will come. A lack of defense can help. However, the overall lack of offensive continuity can spell trouble for over-bettors here. Many saw Luka’s performance against the Denver Nuggets.
It could look amazing again. But until this group has more time together, it isn’t likely for lightning to strike twice. This total is too high. Even if LA isn’t buttoned up on defense tonight, they and the visitors won’t be able to get enough points for the over to hit.
Final Pick: Under 232.5 (-105)
Spread/Moneyline for Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers
Tonight’s hosts should be able to add another win to the season. This road team is too injured to pull off a win tonight. And even at full health, many would select this coach Reddick group to get it done. But winning and covering are two different things.
Unless there’s another out-of-body individual performance, this will still likely be a somewhat close game. Doncic will have something of a personal ‘revenge’ factor to play with, but that can only get you so far. The team has given up big leads before. And even if they create an early cushion, it’s more likely that they’ll let Jason Kidd’s side into it.
