Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers 2/25/25 – The Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks will battle it out in a thrilling Western Conference game at the crypto.com Arena. Both teams are contending for playoff match, with the Mavericks holding a record of 31-27 and the Lakers boasting a solid 34-21. The Lakers are tough to beat at home, having won seven of their last eight games at crypto.com Arena, and Dallas is no slouch either, having covered the spread in 11 of their last 13 games against Los Angeles. One word to summarize this encounter: entertaining. With Kyrie Irving and Austin Reaves at the helm, it is tough to not watch this clash of teams.
| When: | Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 10:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA |
| TV: | TNT, truTV, Max |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
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The Lakers come into this game as 7.5-point favorites, a testament to their recent dominance at home. However, the Mavericks have been a strong betting play against the Lakers historically, covering in 11 of the last 13 meetings. The total is set at 230.5, with the over slightly juiced at -115, indicating that oddsmakers expect a high-scoring contest. The Lakers’ recent trend of the total going under, especially at home against Dallas, could make the under an intriguing play.
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Mavericks | +7.5 | Over 230.5 (-115) | +245 |  |
| Lakers | -7.5 | nder 230.5 (-105) | -300 | |
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Kyrie Irving (PG) vs. Austin Reaves (SG)
Kyrie Irving is still the focal point of the Mavericks’ offense, scoring 24.7 points per game in addition to 36.5 minutes per game. The years have not diminished his scoring and finishing ability; it is still among the best in the league. In addition, Irving’s all-round contributions of 4.7 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game makes him a versatile threat. Nevertheless, there are concerns about his turnovers (2.2 per game) and lack of efficiency in some clutch situations. Against the Lakers’ perimeter defense, Irving penetrating and kicking out might be the difference-maker.
Austin Reaves has averaged 19.2 points and 6.1 assists per game this season, perfectly fitting the mold of a breakout candidate for the Lakers. His overall game has improved, and his assist-to-turnover ratio (2.5) indicates that he has learned to take better care of the ball. While he doesn’t score at will like Irving, Reaves’s efficiency and ability to stretch the floor makes him a key addition for the Lakers. On the other end, Reaves will certainly try to find a way to slow down Irving’s explosiveness.
Dallas Mavericks Can They Bounce Back?
The Mavericks are back to winning form, winning three of the last five matches against New Orleans, Miami, and Golden State. Their latest match against the Warriors, however, ended mercilessly with a score of 126-102, bringing attention to some of the more apparent defensive deficiencies. On average, Dallas scores 115.4 points a game, but they are giving up way too many second chance opportunities by allowing an average of 10.9 offensive rebounds per game. Controlling the rebounds while limiting the Lakers’ fast break offense is imperative for them to have a chance in this matchup.
Los Angeles Lakers Home Dominance
The Lakers have won four of their last five games, including a commanding 123-100 victory over the defending champion Denver Nuggets. Their offense is firing on all cylinders, averaging 113.1 points per game. A major advantage lies in their ball movement (26.7 assists per game), which could exploit Dallas’ shaky perimeter defense. With a strong home record, Los Angeles will look to set the tempo early and force Dallas into tough contested shots.
Trends
Dallas Mavericks Betting Trends
Dallas is 7-1 ATS in their last 8 games.
The total has gone OVER in 10 of Dallas’ last 15 games.
Dallas is 5-2 SU in their last 7 games.
Dallas is 11-2 ATS in their last 13 games against the Lakers.
Dallas is 8-2 SU in their last 10 games against the Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers Betting Trends
LA Lakers are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games.
LA Lakers are 12-3 SU in their last 15 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of the Lakers’ last 7 games against Dallas.
LA Lakers are 7-1 SU in their last 8 home games.
The total has gone UNDER in the Lakers’ last 5 home games against Dallas.
Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers Betting Prediction
This matchup features a powerful Mavericks offense, and a Lakers team that has been solid at home. The betting trends suggest that Dallas has done well covering against Los Angeles, but the recent performance of the Lakers is also a factor.
Although the Lakers can score enough to cover the spread, the +7.5 is appealing as Dallas tends to keep games close. With how these teams have competed against one another, the under is also in play. Expect a close game with standout performances from Irving and Reaves, but the depth of the Lakers and home advantage could tip the scales.
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Score Prediction: Los Angeles Lakers 117, Dallas Mavericks 111.
