Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/24

The Los Angeles Lakers travel to face the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The game is set for Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 8:30 PM on ABC. The Lakers have a record of 26-17, while the Mavericks stand at 19-26.

Under head coach JJ Redick, the Lakers rank 5th in the Western Conference. The Mavericks, led by Jason Kidd, are 11th in the conference. The Lakers recently lost to the Clippers, while the Mavericks are on a four-game winning streak.

Lakers vs Mavericks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks
  • Venue: American Airlines Center
  • Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Lakers -4.0 (-110), Mavericks +4.0 (-111)

Los Angeles Lakers Team Preview

The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for their next game against the Dallas Mavericks. The team recently had a tough outing against the Los Angeles Clippers, losing 112-104. Despite the loss, Luka Dončić shined with 32 points, 11 rebounds, and 8 assists.

In their win against the Denver Nuggets, the Lakers showed strong offensive play. Luka Dončić led the charge with a triple-double, scoring 38 points, grabbing 13 rebounds, and dishing out 10 assists. LeBron James also contributed with 19 points and 9 rebounds.

The Lakers have been consistent with their shooting, ranking second in field goal percentage at 49.5%. They are also strong from the free-throw line, making 21.1 free throws per game, which ranks them second in the league. However, they face challenges in rebounding, ranking 26th with 41.2 rebounds per game.

Dallas Mavericks Team Preview

The Dallas Mavericks recently won three games in a row. They beat the Golden State Warriors 123-115. Naji Marshall scored 30 points, leading the team.

In the season, the Mavericks rank 23rd in points per game with 114.4. They have a strong field goal percentage of 47.4, placing them 10th. The team struggles with three-pointers, ranking 26th in both attempts and makes.

Anthony Davis is out with a finger injury. Kyrie Irving is also out, recovering from knee surgery. Daniel Gafford might play despite an ankle issue.

BTB Betting Pick

The Lakers are favored by 4 points against the Mavericks. With a projected score of Lakers 118 and Mavericks 114, the Lakers are expected to cover the spread. The Lakers’ efficient offense and strong two-point shooting give them an edge.

The total for the game is set at 233 points. The projected combined score is 232, suggesting a pick on the Under. Both teams have defenses that allow a similar number of points, which might keep the total under the set line.