Dallas Mavericks at Los Angeles Clippers Game 2 Pick For 4/23/2024

Dallas Mavericks vs LA Clippers Overview

• Date: April 23, 2024
• Venue: Crypto.com Arena
• Spread: Dallas Mavericks -2 (-110), LA Clippers 2 (-110)
• Total (Over/Under): 215.5
• Moneyline: Dallas Mavericks -135, LA Clippers 115

Dallas Mavericks vs LA Clippers Win Probabilities

Implied Win %:

• Dallas Mavericks - 55%
• LA Clippers - 45%

Projected Win %:

• Dallas Mavericks - 56%
• LA Clippers - 44%

Dallas Mavericks vs LA Clippers Betting Preview

In a highly-anticipated Tuesday night game, the Dallas Mavericks (50-33) will clash with the LA Clippers (52-31) in Game 2 of their first round playoff series in the Western Conference at 10:00 PM ET. This thrilling encounter will take place at Crypto.com Arena, the home arena of the Clippers, who come into this game with a 1-0 series lead. Despite being on the road, the Mavericks are considered slight favorites, with the spread currently set at Mavericks -2.0.

According to the odds, the Mavericks have an implied win probability of 55%, while the Clippers have a 45% chance of victory. The moneyline for the Mavericks stands at -135, while the Clippers' moneyline sits at +115. These numbers indicate that the game could be closely contested between the two teams.

The Clippers have been playing solid basketball as of late, having won 31 of their last 50 games. On the other hand, the Mavericks enter the game on a cold streak, having lost their last three consecutive games. It's worth noting that in their most recent matchup, the Clippers emerged victorious with a 109-97 win over the Mavericks. This result was considered an upset, as the Clippers entered the game as 3.5-point underdogs with only a 40% chance of winning thanks to the absence of Kawhi Leonard.

For those interested in player prop markets, the popular choice has been to focus on Paul George's points. Sharp bettors have been wagering on the under, as the prop total opened at under 26.5 points (-110) but has since moved to 24.5 points (-120).

Overall, this game promises to be an exciting battle between two talented teams. With the Mavericks aiming to break their losing streak and the Clippers riding a wave of recent success, basketball fans and sports bettors alike will be eagerly watching to see who comes out on top.

Pick and Prediction: Dallas Mavericks 111.37 - LA Clippers 109.24

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