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Los Angeles Clippers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Clippers visit the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night at American Airlines Center in NBA Cup play. Los Angeles is 3-8 and trying to snap a six-game losing streak, while Dallas sits at 3-9 and off to its worst 12-game start since 2017-18. Both teams are shorthanded, making this matchup a test of depth and resilience.
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Line Movement and Odds
- Clippers Spread: -4.0 (-110)
- Mavericks Spread: +4.0 (-111)
- Clippers MoneyLine: -168
- Mavericks MoneyLine: +141
- Total: 219.5
Los Angeles opened as a slight road favorite, reflecting their shooting efficiency despite injuries. See full NBA odds for market movement.
Matchup Breakdown
Los Angeles Clippers Outlook
The Clippers shot 48.8% in their loss to Denver, with James Harden scoring 23 and Ivica Zubac adding 18. They rank 11th in FG% (48.0%) and 6th in two-point shooting (57.0%). Bradley Beal is out for the season, and Kawhi Leonard remains sidelined, forcing Tyronn Lue to lean on Harden and Zubac for production.
Dallas Mavericks Outlook
Dallas fell 123-114 to Phoenix, playing without Kyrie Irving, Anthony Davis, and Dereck Lively II. Brandon Williams had 17 points and 9 assists, while Cooper Flagg added 16 and 6 boards. The Mavericks rank 7th in opponent three-point percentage (34.4%) and 3rd in limiting attempts, giving them defensive upside despite offensive struggles.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The Clippers must maximize Harden’s playmaking and Zubac’s interior presence to exploit Dallas’ thin rotation. The Mavericks need Williams and Flagg to sustain scoring while their defense limits Clippers’ perimeter looks. Injuries on both sides make execution and ball security critical.
Injuries / Availability
Los Angeles is without Bradley Beal (hip fracture) for the season and Kawhi Leonard (ankle/foot), missing his sixth straight game. For full player status, check the Clippers injury report.
Dallas lists Kyrie Irving (knee), Anthony Davis (calf), and Dereck Lively II (knee) as out, while P.J. Washington Jr. (shoulder) is day-to-day. Klay Thompson remains available off the bench. See the Mavericks injury page for latest updates.
Environment
The game tips at American Airlines Center, where Dallas is 2-4 at home. Los Angeles begins a seven-game road trip, aiming to regroup away from home. Expect a slower pace with both teams missing key scorers, favoring defensive execution and half-court sets.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Clippers 112, Mavericks 106
- Best Bet: Clippers -4.0
Los Angeles’ shooting efficiency and Harden’s leadership give them value to cover. - Total: Under 219.5
Both teams are shorthanded offensively, and our model projects 218 points.
Expect a grind-it-out contest where the Clippers’ efficiency and Harden’s playmaking edge out Dallas’ depleted roster.
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