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Dallas vs Lakers: prediction for the NBA match
On December 16, the Mavericks will try to beat the Lakers. Who is better prepared for the battle? The answer is in our prediction.
Command Analysis
Dallas Mavericks
USAMavericks are gaining form after a slump, which happened after injuries to key players. Kristaps Porzingis has already recovered, but Luka Doncic is still in the injuried list.
Dallas recorded two consecutive victories, beating Oklahoma (116:95) and Charlotte (120:96) by a wide margin. Hornets' defense was completely destroyed in this match and their offense was too weak, but it was predictable, because James Borrego's men were not playing with a strongest squad.
LA Lakers
USALakers managed to get back to the Top-6 of the Western Conference, so their performance is improving. Frank Vogel's men are aiming for a play-off zone and so far they are quite successful.
Lakers also won two matches in a row, beating Oklahoma (95:116) and Orlando (106:94). Players know that fans are expecting a better result and it seems like now is the perfect moment for an improvement. Now team is approaching the match in Texas, but LeBron James and co are ready for it.
Trends
СтавкаLakers: total over 104,5 points
Club managed to beat the total in four out of five most recent matches
СтавкаFirst points scored - a two-pointer
Two out of five most recent head-to-head matches started with a two-point shot
Tip and bets
Dallas started their way up, but after two consecutive victories they will have to face a serious opponent. Mavericks are playing without Luka Doncic, so team will count on Kristaps Porzingis.
Lakers are doing everything to retain their spot in the play-off zone. Most of their key players are available for the game, so they will surely have a chance to get a victory in this match. Lakers are looking good on away matches, so visitors will have a good chance to snatch a victory.
Our prediction - Los Angeles Lakers to win the match (Including OT)
We are expecting an offensive performance from both teams. Opponents are near each other in the standings, so we think that teams are good enough to beat the total.
Our second bet is on total over 210 points
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