Los Angeles Clippers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/21

The Los Angeles Clippers visit the Dallas Mavericks in the middle of the NBA regular season. The game takes place at the American Airlines Center on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 8:30 PM. Fans can watch the game on KFAA.

The Clippers, led by head coach Tyronn Lue, hold a 34-36 record. They are ranked 9th in the Western Conference. The Mavericks, coached by Jason Kidd, have a record of 23-47 and rank 13th in the same conference. Both teams look to improve their standings in this matchup.

Clippers vs Mavericks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Los Angeles Clippers vs. Dallas Mavericks
  • Venue: American Airlines Center
  • Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Clippers -7.0 (-110), Mavericks +7.0 (-110), Clippers MoneyLine -286, Mavericks MoneyLine +231, Over/Under 233.5

Los Angeles Clippers Team Preview

The Los Angeles Clippers are gearing up for their next game against the Dallas Mavericks. Recently, the Clippers have struggled, losing their last four games. Their most recent game was a 99-105 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.

Kawhi Leonard is a key player for the Clippers, averaging 28.2 points per game. He is dealing with an ankle injury and is questionable for the next game. Without Leonard, the Clippers may rely more on John Collins, who has been consistent in recent games.

On offense, the Clippers rank 24th in points per game with 113.2. They have the 4th best field goal percentage at 48.3%. Despite their shooting efficiency, they rank last in field goal attempts per game, which impacts their scoring output.

Dallas Mavericks Team Preview

The Dallas Mavericks are coming off a tough stretch of games. They lost to the Atlanta Hawks by 15 points, putting up 120 points with a field goal percentage of 48.8%. In that game, Daniel Gafford was a standout, scoring 24 points with a 90% shooting accuracy.

Despite recent losses, the Mavericks have a high-paced offense. They average 101.7 possessions per game, ranking 3rd in the league. However, they struggle with shooting from beyond the arc, making only 10.7 three-pointers per game, which is 29th in the league.

Cooper Flagg is a key player for the Mavericks this season. He averages 20.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game. However, the team faces challenges with injuries, including Kyrie Irving and Dereck Lively II being out for the rest of the season.

BTB Betting Pick

The Clippers are favored by 7 points. Their defensive stats are strong, allowing 112.7 points per game, which ranks 10th. The Mavericks allow 118.5 points per game, ranking 23rd. Based on these stats, the Clippers are likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Clippers 120, Mavericks 113.

The over/under line is set at 233.5 points. The Mavericks play at a fast pace with 101.7 possessions per game, ranking 3rd. Both teams have average offensive outputs. Given these factors, the total score should go over. The projected total is 233 points, just under the line. However, the fast pace suggests a high-scoring game.