The Mavericks will play the Lakers on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 8:40 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers will tip-off on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024 in what should be another exciting matchup of the 2023-24 NBA season. As we look ahead beyond the season's midway point, it's important to note that each team's performance trends are now falling into place. Use the following analytical insights to size up this matchup and to place an informed wager.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Dallas Mavericks come to this game with a 92.67 power ranking. The power ranking for their opponent, the Los Angeles Lakers, is currently 88.67. Note that the higher power ranking usually correlates to the favorite team, while the lower ranking to the underdog.
- Away Dallas Mavericks - The Dallas Mavericks currently have a 11-8 away team record. They now rank 2nd in the league for away team wins.
- Home Los Angeles Lakers - The Los Angeles Lakers come to the floor sporting a 14-7 record as a home team. As a result, they stand 5th in the league for home team wins in the 2023-24 NBA regular season.
- Average Points Per Game - The Dallas Mavericks currently rank 7th (118.7) for average points scored per game. The Los Angeles Lakers stand 18th, averaging 114.1 PPG.
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 117.1 points against the Dallas Mavericks, ranking them 9th in the league. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Lakers currently rank 12th in the league for points scored against them. Their current standing is 115.5 OPPG.
- Team Division Records - The Dallas Mavericks currently have a 7-5 Western Southwest Division division record. Their opponent, the Los Angeles Lakers, come to the game with a 5-3 Western Pacific Division standing.
- Overall Team Records - The Dallas Mavericks have a 24-17 overall record, while the Los Angeles Lakers have a 20-21 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Arrr, me hearties! The Dallas Mavericks set sail for Los Angeles...in another thrilling clash of the 2023-24 NBA season. The atmosphere inside the Los Angeles Lakers' venue is electric...with fans ready to witness the battle of the hardwood.
The Dallas Mavericks hold a sturdy 24-17 overall standing this season...while the Los Angeles Lakers find themselves at a not-so-impressive 20-21. In the Western Southwest Division, the Mavericks boast a solid 7-5 record...while the Lakers sit at 5-3 in the Western Pacific Division.
When it comes to putting points on the board, the Mavericks have been fierce...averaging an impressive 118.7 points per game. The Lakers, on the other hand, have managed 114.1 points per game...a decent effort, but nothing to write home about.
For those looking to place a wager on this clash of titans, be sure to review each team's performance stats...to make an informed decision. Our preferred sportsbooks offer some of the best point spreads, totals, and moneylines for this game.
And for you adventurous gamblers out there, we have a great sampling of this game's prop bets below...so you can take your chances on the outcome. Will the Mavericks plunder the Lakers' home court advantage...or will the Lakers defend their territory with all their might? There's only one way to find out!
So gather 'round, ye scurvy dogs, and set your sights on this clash...as the Dallas Mavericks face off against the Los Angeles Lakers. It's sure to be a battle for the ages!
Best Mavericks at Lakers Odds
| Underdog Dallas Mavericks | Favorite Los Angeles Lakers |
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| Underdog Dallas Mavericks | Favorite Los Angeles Lakers |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Los Angeles Lakers are -2.5 -115 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Dallas Mavericks are +2.5 -105 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.
The best over line is 244.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 244.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
The Los Angeles Lakers are the -150 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Dallas Mavericks are the +125 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Mavericks
Lakers
1/17/24 8:40pm EST | +2.5 -105-2.5 -115 |
Underdog Dallas Mavericks - Dallas Mavericks bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A +2.5 Dallas Mavericks underdog bet wins if they lose by 2 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 3 or more.
Favorite Los Angeles Lakers - Los Angeles Lakers bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A -2.5 Los Angeles Lakers favorite bet wins if they win by 3 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 2 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Dallas Mavericks at Los Angeles Lakers Prop Bets
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Mavericks
Lakers
Game to Overtime
1/17/24 8:40pm EST | Yes +1100No -3000Bet |
Mavericks
Team Total Points
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 121.5 o -110121.5 u -120Bet |
Lakers
Team Total Points
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 123.5 o -115123.5 u -110Bet |
Anthony Davis
Points Scored
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 27.5 o -11027.5 u -120Bet |
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D'Angelo Russell
Points Scored
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 16.5 o -12016.5 u -110Bet |
Dereck Lively II
Points Scored
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 7.5 o -1157.5 u -115Bet |
Derrick Jones Jr
Points Scored
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 9.5 o -1059.5 u -125Bet |
Grant Williams
Points Scored
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 5.5 o -1405.5 u +105Bet |
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Kyrie Irving
Points Scored
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 28.5 o -11528.5 u -120Bet |
LeBron James
Points Scored
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 26.5 o -10526.5 u -130Bet |
Luka Doncic
Points Scored
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 32.5 o -12532.5 u -105Bet |
Rui Hachimura
Points Scored
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 10.5 o -11510.5 u -120Bet |
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Taurean Prince
Points Scored
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 9.5 o -1059.5 u -130Bet |
Anthony Davis
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 44.5 o -11044.5 u -120Bet |
Austin Reaves
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 24.5 o -12024.5 u -110Bet |
D'Angelo Russell
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 25.5 o -12525.5 u -105Bet |
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Dereck Lively II
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 16.5 o -10516.5 u -125Bet |
Derrick Jones Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 14.5 o -11514.5 u -115Bet |
Grant Williams
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 10.5 o -11010.5 u -120Bet |
Kyrie Irving
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 38.5 o -12538.5 u -105Bet |
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LeBron James
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 42.5 o -10542.5 u -125Bet |
Luka Doncic
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 50.5 o -12050.5 u -110Bet |
Rui Hachimura
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 14.5 o -12014.5 u -110Bet |
Taurean Prince
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DAL at LAL 1/17/24 8:40pm EST | 14.5 o -11514.5 u -120Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
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| y - Dallas Mavericks | 50 | 32 | 0.610 | +14.0 | 25-16 | 25-16 | 11-5 | 31-21 | 117.9 | 115.6 | +2.3 | L2 | 7-3 |
| xp - Los Angeles Lakers | 47 | 35 | 0.573 | +17.0 | 28-14 | 19-21 | 7-10 | 27-25 | 118.0 | 117.4 | +0.6 | W2 | 7-3 |
Dallas Mavericks & Los Angeles Lakers Futures Odds
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Dallas Mavericks Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Mavericks | +1400 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Lakers | +3500 Bet |
Dallas Mavericks & Los Angeles Lakers Team Pages
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How to Bet on the Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers NBA Game
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