Mavericks vs Lakers Prediction and NBA Tips - 8 January 2025
Last updated: Jan 8, 2025, 12:35AM | Published: Jan 7, 2025, 12:16AM
The Dallas Mavericks will sqaure off with the favoured Los Angeles Lakers in NBA action at American Airlines Center on Wednesday, commencing at 11:30am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Klay Thompson, P.J. Washington and Naji Marshall, the Mavericks are aiming to beat a Lakers line-up that includes Anthony Davis, LeBron James and Austin Reaves.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Mavericks vs Lakers game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday's Dallas vs LA Lakers NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Lakers a 69% chance of defeating the Mavericks at American Airlines Center.
Mavericks vs Lakers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at American Airlines Center are listed below:
- Head to Head: Mavericks $3.05, Lakers $1.40
- Line: Mavericks +6.5 ($1.91), Lakers -6.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 218 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Mavericks at $3.05 and the Lakers at $1.40.
The Mavericks are listed as 6.5-point underdogs against the Lakers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Lakers (-6.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 218 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Mavericks (+6.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 218-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Mavericks vs Lakers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Dallas at $3.05 with Bet365
- Line: Mavericks +6.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 218 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Mavericks vs Lakers best bets are based on world-class modelling and gambling expertise to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Lakers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Mavericks to win is our recommended option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges published here at Stats Insider is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.
Mavericks vs Lakers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Mavericks vs Lakers at American Airlines Center this Wednesday is the Lakers winning 112-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Dallas vs LA Lakers game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
Mavericks vs Lakers: Player Props
Player props are a popular way to bet on Mavericks vs Lakers without necessarily betting on the outcome of Wednesday's game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best information available to predict how each team's leading players will perform at American Airlines Center.
Klay Thompson is expected to step up for the Mavericks with 17 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists, while Anthony Davis is projected to have 30 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists for the Lakers.
Mavericks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klay Thompson | 17 | 3 | 3 |
| P.J. Washington | 14 | 7 | 2 |
| Naji Marshall | 13 | 5 | 3 |
| Spencer Dinwiddie | 12 | 3 | 4 |
| Quentin Grimes | 12 | 4 | 3 |
Lakers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Davis | 30 | 13 | 4 |
| LeBron James | 23 | 7 | 9 |
| Austin Reaves | 18 | 5 | 7 |
| Rui Hachimura | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| Max Christie | 10 | 4 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so bookmark this article for the latest betting predictions before the Dallas vs LA Lakers match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets to get betting tips for every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Mavericks vs Lakers: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Mavericks and Lakers at American Airlines Center is scheduled to start at 11:30am AEDT on Wednesday.
- Teams: Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Wednesday 8 January 2025
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: American Airlines Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Dallas vs LA Lakers predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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