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LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s L.A. Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Clippers (16-12) are on the road Saturday for the taking on the Dallas Mavericks (17-10) for the second straight game. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is at 8:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Clippers lead 1-0.

The Clippers beat the Mavericks 118-95 in Dallas on Thursday as 1-point underdogs. It was their second straight win after a 3-game losing streak. F Norman Powell led the way with 29 points. The Under (217) cashed in.

The Mavs recently had a 7-game winning streak but have lost 2 of their last 3 games, including the loss to the Clippers Thursday. They played without guards Luke Doncic and Kyrie Irving. F Klay Thompson had a strong showing with 22 points.

Clippers at Mavericks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 11:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Mavericks -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +3.5 (-110) | Mavericks -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

F Kobe Brown (back) out
G Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Terance Mann (finger) out
F P.J. Tucker (not with team) out

Mavericks

G Luke Doncic (knee) out
G Dante Exum (wrist) out
G Jaden Hardy (ankle) out
G Brandon Williams (thumb) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 114, Mavericks 108

Moneyline

Irving returns to the lineup for the Mavs, but Doncic is still out. That will be a boost for them as the Mavs mustered only 95 points against the Clippers Thursday.

The Mavs have to score a lot to win. In their last 7 games, if they score fewer than 120 points, they lose.

The Clippers have allowed 120 or more only twice in the last 9 games.

BET CLIPPERS (+135).

Against the spread

The Clippers have only covered the spread in a loss twice this season. With the plus odds for the moneyline, if you think the Clippers will cover the spread, you should like them to win the game outright. Take those plus odds.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Clippers have seen the Over and Under alternate in their last 6 games. The Under hit in their win on Thursday.

In the Mavs’ last 7 games, the only one to stay below 220 points was Thursday.

BET OVER 220.5 (-110).

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LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers (15-12) take on the Dallas Mavericks (17-9) Thursday. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is set for 8:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Clippers won 2-1 last regular season, but Mavs won 4-2 in first round of playoffs.

The Clippers snapped a 3-game losing streak after taking out the Utah Jazz 144-107 Monday, covering as 7.5-point home favorites with the Over (221.5) hitting. G James Harden knocked down 41 points, including 7 threes while G/F Norman Powell dropped 29 and had 5 threes. F Kawhi Leonard (knee) is getting close to his season debut, but he won’t return until after Christmas.

The Mavs took down the Golden State Warriors 143-133 Sunday. G Luka Doncic had a triple-double with 45 points, 11 boards and 13 assists, helping the Mavs win and cover as 1-point road favorites with the Over (228.5) cashing. G/F Klay Thompson added 29 points, including 7 threes against his former team. The Mavs will need him to continue to step up because Doncic is out. The Mavs have won 8 of 9, and 12 of 14.

Clippers at Mavericks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 4:07 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Mavericks -185 (bet $185 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +4.5 (-115) | Mavericks -4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

F Derrick Jones Jr. (hamstring) questionable
F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Terance Mann (finger) out

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (heel) out
G Jaden Hardy (ankle) out
G Kyrie Irving (shoulder) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 109, Clippers 101

Moneyline

The Mavs are 5-1 without Luka this season. Four of those wins came on the road, and they’re at home for this one — where they are 8-3 on the season. Their ML is just a bit too pricey, though, at -185.

Instead, I’ll take KLAY THOMPSON OVER 16.5 POINTS (-105). He has 29, 19 and 20 in his last 3 games. He’s also 18-for-35 (51.4%) from distance in his last 4 games.

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Against the spread

The Mavs are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games. If you’re worried about them covering without Doncic, they had 6 players reach double figures in the last game. The Clippers rely heavily on Harden, and the Mavs have the bigs to contend with C Ivica Zubac underneath.

TAKE MAVERICKS -4.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Clippers are 6-4 O/U in their last 10, and the Mavs are 7-3. With Leonard and Doncic out, I think this number is too high.

BET UNDER 223.5 (-115).

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LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks Game 6 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers and Dallas Mavericks meet in Game 6 of a best-of-7 Western Conference, 1st-round series Friday. The Mavericks lead the series 3-2. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Clippers were decimated 123-93 by the Mavericks Wednesday while failing to cover as 2.5-point home underdogs. F Paul George and C Ivica Zubac each scored a team-high 15 points, while George added 11 rebounds for a double-double. LA shot 37.9% from the field in the loss.

Dallas took a 3-2 series lead after Wednesday’s win. G Luka Doncic scored a game-high 35 points with 10 assists for a double-double, while 6 total Mavs players scored in double figures. The team shot 54% from the field in the win.

Clippers at Mavericks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:56 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Mavericks -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +7.5 (-105) | Mavericks -7.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 207.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Terance Mann (leg) questionable

Mavericks

F Tim Hardaway Jr. (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 111, Clippers 102

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Mavericks (-350) to win Friday.

Against the spread

LEAN MAVERICKS -7.5 (-115).

LA has lost and failed to cover in 3 of its last 4. It is just 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games and has not played to expectations in this series, even with Leonard sidelined.

Dallas has covered 3 of the last 4 games and 6 of its last 10, including a 5-3 ATS run in its last 8 games as a favorite.

Over/Under

BET OVER 207.5 (-115).

The Over has hit in each of the last 2 games in this series. LA has scored 105 or more points in 7 of its last 10 games and has also allowed 101 or more in 7 of its last 10.

Dallas has scored 101 or more points in 6 of its last 10 games, including each of its last 3. It has also allowed 104 or more in 6 of its last 10.

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LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks Game 4 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers and Dallas Mavericks meet in Game 4 of a best-of-7 Western Conference, 1st-round series Sunday. The Mavericks lead the series 2-1. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Mavericks snagged home-court advantage from the Clippers with a 96-93 win in Game 2 at Crypto.com Arena Tuesday. Dallas also picked up a win in Game 3 as the series shifted to the Metroplex, winning 101-90 while covering as a 4.5-point favorite. The Under has hit in all 3 games of this series.

Mavericks superstar F Luka Doncic (knee) carries a questionable tag into Game 4.

The Clippers have scored 109 or fewer points in 7 straight games while cashing the Under in 6 of those outings. The LA offense could take a hit, as SF Kawhi Leonard (knee) carries a questionable tag heading into Sunday’s contest.

Clippers at Mavericks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:54 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +185 (bet $100 to win $185) | Mavericks -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread: Clippers +5.5 (-105) | Mavericks -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 208.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

F Kawhi Leonard (knee) questionable

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (knee) questionable
G Tim Hardaway Jr. (ankle) doubtful

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 105, Clippers 100

Moneyline

The Mavericks (-225) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s way too risky anytime, but especially with Doncic carrying a questionable tag for Game 4.

The Clippers (+185) are risky business, too, though, as Leonard is also not considered a certainty to play.

PASS.

Against the spread

The CLIPPERS +5.5 (-105) are worth a look, especially if Doncic is unable to go for the Mavericks -5.5 (-115).

It takes a bit of a leap of faith to back LA, as it is just 1-2 ATS in the postseason and 1-5 ATS in the past 6 outings dating back to April 10.

While the Mavs have cashed the past 2 games in the series, they are just 2-3 ATS in the past 5 games since April 12.

Over/Under

UNDER 208.5 (-110) is the way to go in Game 4.

The total has gone low in all 3 games in this series, with Dallas averaging 98.0 points per game (PPG), while LA has been good for 97.3 PPG.

And in this series, the Under has cashed in 5 in a row while going 10-1 in the past 11 battles between these Western Conference rivals.

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LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks Game 3 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Dallas Mavericks welcome the LA Clippers to American Airlines Center Friday. Tip for Game 3 in the 1st-round best-of-7 Western Conference series is set for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Playoff series: Tied 1-1

The Mavericks stole a game in Los Angeles, winning the 2nd game 96-93 on Tuesday as a 1-point underdog. G Luka Doncic led the team with 32 points and also chipped in a team-high 3 steals. Dallas was 1-2 straight up and against the spread (ATS) during the regular season against the Clippers and is 1-1 ATS in the 2 playoff games. Dallas ended the regular season 48-34 ATS.

The Clippers beat the Mavericks 109-97 at home in Game 1, covering as a 3-point home underdog. Three players scored 20 or more for the Clippers with G James Harden leading the way with 28 points. The Clippers struggled to close the regular season, losing and failing to cover in 3 straight. They ended the regular season 38-44 ATS and were 20-21 ATS on the road.

Clippers at Mavericks odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:59 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +162 (bet $100 to win $162) | Mavericks -194 (bet $194 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +4.5 (-108) | Mavericks -4.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 211.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

F Kawhi Leonard (knee) questionable

Mavericks

C Daniel Gafford (back) questionable
F Tim Hardaway Jr. (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 106, Clippers 103

Moneyline

PASS.

The Mavericks are too expensive to play outright as a moneyline favorite. -196 is just too steep to take here. The Clippers (+162) have a bit of value as a moneyline underdog, but the preferred play is them on the spread.

Against the spread

BET CLIPPERS +4.5 (-108).

The Mavericks don’t have an elite defense, ranked 18th in defensive rating during the season. Dallas held G Norman Powell and G Russell Westbrook to 4-for-19 shooting. Expect those players to shoot better, and the Clippers to shoot over the 36.8% that they did in Game 2.

LA is getting too many points as it has a regular-season win in Dallas this season. The Mavericks were the 2nd-best covering team in the NBA at 49-35 ATS but were just 21-20 ATS at home this season. As long as 2-time NBA Champion F Kawhi Leonard plays — keep an eye on his status — the Clippers should be able to keep things close.

For this value, back CLIPPERS +4.5 (-108).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 211.5 (-110).

This series has been played at an ultra-slow tempo with the Mavericks ending Game 2 with 76 shots (they averaged 89.7 during the regular season. The Clippers sit 20th in pace, so they won’t want to play any faster.

Neither team hits the glass at a high rate to produce second-chance efforts and easy buckets. The Mavs rank 25th in offensive rebounding rate with the Clippers 17th.

Dallas was 36-46 O/U on the season and have gone Under in 5 straight games and in 8 of its last 10. The Clippers were 38-44 O/U on the season and have gone Under in 4 straight games and in 8 of their last 11.

Considering those trends, take UNDER 211.5 (-110).

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LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The LA Clippers (24-24) battle the Dallas Mavericks (25-22) Saturday. Tip from American Airlines Center is set for 2:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Clippers beat the San Antonio Spurs 131-126 Friday, failing to cover as a 7.5-point favorite. LA is 22-26 against the spread (ATS) on the season and has failed to cover the last 3 in a row, the last 2 on the road. The Clippers’ defense ranks 5th in the NBA in opponents’ points per game (110.8).

The Mavericks beat the Miami Heat on Friday 115-90, easily covering as a 2-point home underdog. It is 16-29-2 ATS this season and 17-7 straight up at home. The Mavs are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 and 1-3 ATS in their last 4. Their defense allows the 10th-fewest points per game (112.2).

The teams have split their previous 2 meetings this season with the Mavs winning by 2 at home and LA winning by 11 at home.

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Clippers at Mavericks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:11 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Mavericks -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +1.5 (-108) | Mavericks -1.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

G Luke Kennard (calf) out
G John Wall (abdominal) out

Mavericks

C Christian Wood (thumb) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 115, Clippers 112

Moneyline

BET MAVERICKS (-120).

The Mavs are a strong 17-7 at home while the Clippers are 11-13 on the road and have lost 3 of their last 4 on the road. Dallas is 2-1 of its last 3 games.

The Mavericks have the league’s 14th-best net rating while the Clippers rank 24th. Dallas has been the better team all season and far better in this scenario. Despite the juice, back MAVERICKS (-120).

Against the spread

PASS.

The Mavs have 3 one-point wins this season, so back the juiced moneyline instead of taking the points here.

Over/Under

BET OVER 224.5 (-112).

The Mavericks and Clippers rank 29th and 23rd respectively in pace, but the Mavs’ offense is among the most efficient in the NBA, ranking 6th in true shooting percentage.

The Clippers also will have both their stars active, so they will have the offensive firepower. The Mavs have gone Over in 3 of their last 4, and the Clippers have gone Over in 2 of their last 3. Considering the Mavs efficient offense and recent trends, back the OVER 224.5 (-112).

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Los Angeles Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Clippers (8-6) and Dallas Mavericks (7-5) meet Tuesday at American Airlines Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Clippers covered as 5.5-point favorites in a 122-106 win at the Houston Rockets Monday. G Paul George finished with team-highs in points (22) and rebounds (8).

Los Angeles is 3-1 against the spread (ATS) in its last 4 games.

The Mavericks failed to cover as 6.5-point home favorites in a 117-112 win vs. the Portland Trail Blazers Saturday. G Luka Doncic finished with 42 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for his 2nd 40-point triple-double of the season.

Dallas is 0-7-1 ATS in its last 8 games.

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Clippers at Mavericks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:42 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +215 (bet $100 to win $215) | Mavericks -280 (bet $280 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +6.5 (-101) | Mavericks -6.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 212.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

Not yet submitted

Mavericks

F Davis Bertans (knee) out
F Reggie Bullock (neck) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 106, Clippers 101

Moneyline

PASS.

The Mavericks (-280) should win, but their ML is too expensive to bet considering the Clippers are 4-1 straight up in the last 4 head-to-head meetings in Dallas. I will only be betting on the spread and the total.

Against the spread

BET CLIPPERS +6.5 (-101).

Los Angeles has played well in Dallas lately and looked extra focused at the Rockets Monday after a horrendous 4th quarter vs. the Brooklyn Nets Saturday (allowed a 26-9 run to end the game). While the Mavericks are 6-4 straight up in their last 10 games, they’ve only won 1 game in that stretch by 7 or more points.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 212.5 (-112).

The Clippers bounce back after sub-par performances defensively. The Under is 12-3 in Los Angeles’ last 15 games after allowing 100 or more points in its previous game. While the Clippers won by 16 at Houston, Los Angeles still allowed 106 points vs. the team with the worst record in the NBA. Expect the Clippers to tighten up defensively Tuesday and help the Under hit.

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Los Angeles Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Clippers (27-29) visit American Airlines Center Thursday to take on the Dallas Mavericks (32-23). Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

After covering four straight games between Jan. 25-30, the Clippers have now failed to cover 4 straight. They’re 5-5 against the spread (ATS) over their last 10.

The Clippers, who have been without their two stars (SG Paul George and SF Kawhi Leonard) for most of the season, are just 26-30 ATS. The Clippers are 10-8 ATS as road underdogs.

As for the Mavs, they’re 29-26 ATS this season, including 6-4 ATS in their last 10. Dallas has thrived this season behind a strong defense, one that ranks third in defensive rating over its past 15 games.

MVP candidate PG Luka Doncic, who averages 26.2 points, 8.9 rebounds and 9.2 assists per game, has leads Dallas in all three categories.

Clippers at Mavericks odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:29 p.m. ET.

Money line: Clippers +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Mavericks -280 (bet $280 to win $100)
Against the spread: Clippers +6.5 (-112) | Mavericks -6.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

SG Paul George (elbow) out

Mavericks

PG Tim Hardaway Jr. (foot) out
SF Kristaps Porzingis (knee) out

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Clippers at Mavericks odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 107, Clippers 104

Money line

PASS.

At +220, the Clippers are playable, but considering they’ve lost 3 of their last 4, look to the spread for the better odds. Laying -280 on the Mavs down two key scorers isn’t smart.

Against the spread

LEAN to the CLIPPERS +6.5 (-112).

The Clippers are looking to contend, having traded for SF Norman Powell and PF Robert Covington from Portland. Powell scored 44 points in 47 minutes in his first two Clippers games and should see an uptick in minutes as he settles in with his new team.

The Clippers haven’t covered 4 straight but their last two games were against top teams in the Bucks and Grizzlies. The Mavericks should be an easier matchup. Dallas beat the Pistons by 30 in their last game. They are just 13-17-1 ATS after a win this season.

Also, while the Mavs rank 3rd in opponents’ points per game, they rank 14th in opponents’ field-goal rate. It’s their pace that’s helped bolster their defensive numbers.

Lastly, the Clippers are 14-12 ATS as underdogs. The Clippers’ spread here feels like the better option.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 214.5 (-107).

Both the Mavericks and Clippers have made their living this season on the defensive end.

The Mavericks’ opponents score the 3rd-fewest points per game. Their Under has hit in 3 straight as they’ve held their opponent to under 100 in each game. Also, the Mavs are 4-14-1 O/U as home favorites.

The Clippers are 27-28-1 O/U this season. As underdogs, they’re 12-13-1. Having added Covington, who may spend time guarding Doncic, the Clippers may be able to slow down the superstar guard as well.

Combine it all, and the Under seems like the best play in this Western Conference battle.

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