Los Angeles Clippers vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction & Picks 12/19/2024

• Date: December 19, 2024
• Venue: American Airlines Center

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LA Clippers vs Dallas Mavericks Win Probabilities

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LA Clippers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview

The Los Angeles Clippers, boasting a 15-12 record, are set to face off against the Dallas Mavericks, who stand at 17-9, in a highly anticipated Thursday night matchup. The game tips off at 8:30 PM ET at the Mavericks' home court, the American Airlines Center, where Dallas has been on a scintillating run, winning four straight games.

Both teams have had ample rest leading into this clash, with the Clippers' last outing occurring three days ago and the Mavericks resting for four days. This extra downtime is expected to benefit both squads, providing key players with valuable time to recuperate and refocus.

The odds are favoring Dallas, particularly given their strong home performance. The Mavericks are -200 on the moneyline, translating to an implied win probability of 64%. Meanwhile, the Clippers are underdogs with a +170 moneyline, suggesting a 36% chance of victory. The spread is set at Mavericks -4.5, indicating a moderate edge for Dallas on their home turf.

Los Angeles has been playing solid basketball, capturing victories in 12 of their last 20 games, including a dominant 144-107 win against the Utah Jazz. Dallas, on the other hand, is also coming off a high-scoring victory, having outlasted the Golden State Warriors 143-133.

For fans and bettors eyeing player props, Kyrie Irving’s performance is drawing significant attention. His points and assists market has been particularly active, with the total opening at over 25.5 points and assists (-125) and rising to 32.5 (-110) due to strong betting interest on the over.

This matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter with both teams eager to maintain their momentum. Observers will be keenly watching how the Clippers handle the Mavericks' home-court advantage and whether Irving can continue his impressive run.

LA Clippers vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction

Final Score: LA Clippers 116.17 vs Dallas Mavericks 105.64

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