Lakers vs Mavericks Pick and Predictions 03/29/2022

The Los Angeles Lakers will try to bounce back from their recent losses when they travel to Dallas to face the Mavericks on Tuesday.

The Lakers have lost their last four games, including back-to-back defeats against New Orleans and Philadelphia. They're currently in a tight race for the final playoff spot in the Western Conference.

On the other hand, Dallas has been outstanding with Luka Doncic leading the charge. The Mavericks come off a win against Utah on Sunday and seem to be in a good form to host the Lakers.

Why bet on Lakers?
✅ Lakers rank 6th in blocks per game with 54. blocks. They are also 11th in points per game with 111.6 points
✅ LeBron James leads the team with 30.1 points and 1.3 steals per game
✅ Lakers have an ATS record of 31-42-1

Why bet on Mavericks?
✅ Dallas is 46-29 overall and 26-12 on home games
✅ Luka Doncic leads the team in points (27.9), assists (8.5), rebounds (9.1), and steals (1.2) per game
✅ Dallas has an ATS record of 41-33-1

The Lakers have been one of the NBA's most disappointing teams this season. They've been dealing with various injuries throughout the season, which has contributed to their poor record.

The Lakers are currently 11th in the league in terms of offensive efficiency, averaging 111.6 points per game. They might be without their leading scorer, LeBron James, due to an ankle injury. They'll also be without Anthony Davis, who is their second-leading scorer.

The Dallas Mavericks have been on a roll recently, winning three of their last four games. They defeated the Houston Rockets, Utah Jazz, and Minnesota Timberwolves. In their most recent victory, they were able to overcome an early eight-point deficit and beat the Jazz 114-100.

The Mavericks rely on their defense to win games, and they're currently 25th in the league in points per game. They have a talented player in Luka Doncic, who is averaging 27.9 points and 9.1 assists per game. They'll also face a Lakers team that's allowing 114.3 points per game.