Clippers vs Mavericks Last Game: Can PG Lead LA Back from the Brink?
Do-or-die situation for the Los Angeles Clippers (down 3-2) as they head back to the American Airlines Center in Dallas for Game 6 of their first-round series against the upstart Mavericks (up 3-2)! Tip-off is set for 9:30 PM ET. A look back at the Clippers vs Mavericks last game might be crucial for both teams’ strategies. The Mavericks are heavily favored by 7.5 points at home, looking to close out the series. Can the Clippers avoid elimination and force a Game 7, or will Dallas advance to the next round?
Clippers vs Mavericks Last Game Odds
| BET | Los Angeles Clippers (LAC) | Dallas Mavericks (DAL) |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +266 | -339 |
| Spread | +7.5 | -7.5 |
| Total | 206.5 | |
Clippers vs Mavericks Last Game Betting Preview
Los Angeles Clippers
The Los Angeles Clippers, with a 40-46-1 over/under record for the season, face a lower O/U line today at 206.5, beneath their average of 226.9 points per game. In the Clippers vs Mavericks Last Game, they were defeated 123-93, failing to cover the spread as 3-point underdogs, while the game’s O/U was set at 208. Their against the spread (ATS) record stands at 40-47, including 21-22 on the road. Certainly, as underdogs, they’ve struggled with an 8-15 record and have lost three consecutive ATS games as favorites. The Clippers are currently 7.5-point underdogs, highlighting the volatility in NBA betting. They’ve been favored in 64 games, posting a 46-18 record as favorites and a 7-16 record as underdogs. Also, holding a 51-31 overall record, they are fourth in the Western Conference, with a 30-22 record against Western teams and 9-7 against Pacific Division rivals. Their road record is strong at 27-16.
Offensively, the Clippers score an average of 115.6 points per game, placing them 12th in the NBA teams stats, with a slightly higher average on the road at 115.3 versus 114.2 at home. They maintain a field goal percentage of 48%, ranking eighth in the league. Key players include James Harden, who has averaged 22.2 points and 3.6 three-pointers recently. Paul George with 19.8 points and 3.2 three-pointers, and Kawhi Leonard averaging 23.7 points at a 41.7% rate from beyond the arc. Defensively, they allow 112.0 points per game, ranking 11th, and have tightened to 105.6 points over the last five games. They rank 20th in rebounds and 16th in blocked shots, setting a balanced defensive posture as they approach NBA playoff matchups. Opponents make 36.1% of their threes, with the Clippers allowing 35.3 three-point attempts per game, ranked 14th in the NBA.
Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks, currently 5th in the Western Conference with a 51-31 record, excel against other Western teams and the Southwest Division, boasting records of 31-21 and 11-5, respectively. They have a home scoring differential of +3.6 points and an ATS record of 22-21 at home, 35-20 as favorites, and are favored today by 7.5 points according to NBA odds. In the Clippers vs Mavericks Last Game, Dallas triumphed 123-93, covering as 3-point favorites with the game’s O/U line at 208 points. Also, their season’s O/U record is 39-48, with games averaging 231.9 points, against a typical O/U line of 233.6. Offensively, the Mavericks rank 8th, scoring an average of 117.9 points per game, and 118.1 at home, fueled by their pace of 99.6 possessions per game.
Defensively, Dallas allows an average of 114.8 points per game, placing them 18th, but has improved to concede only 100.2 points over their last five games. At home, they give up 114.5 points per game. They permit opponents to exceed their scoring averages 61% of the time. The Mavericks are proficient in three-point and two-point shooting, ranking 3rd in attempts and makes from beyond the arc and 5th in two-point accuracy at 56%. Luka Doncic has been a standout, averaging 30.2 points and 9.2 rebounds recently. Dallas ranks 14th in rebounding and 15th in both blocked shots and three-point attempts allowed. They also rank 24th in steals, with opponents shooting 39.8% from three over the last five games, indicating some defensive challenges despite recent improvements.
Game Information
- Game: Los Angeles Clippers vs. Dallas Mavericks
- Venue: American Airlines Center, Dallas TX
- Date: Friday, May 3rd 9:30 ET
- Free Live Stream: LiveSports.watch
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Betting Picks
- OU Over 206.5 -110
- ML: Mavericks -339
- ATS: Clippers +7.5
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