Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Lakers vs Mavericks Game on April 9th

• The LA Lakers are 5.5-point road favorites on Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks
• Luka Doncic will make his first appearance in Dallas since that shocking deadline deal
• See my Lakers vs Mavericks predictions, player props, and odds on April 9

It will be one of the most emotionally charged atmospheres in the NBA this season, as Luka Doncic returns to Dallas as a member of the LA Lakers (48-31, 18-21 away), his first game in his former home to battle the Mavericks (38-41, 21-17 home). The Luka trade has supercharged the Lakers, who are considered a legit favorite in the NBA Championship odds, while Dallas is clinging to the 10th and final play-in spot in the West. Action tips at 7:30pm ET from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, with ESPN broadcasting the game. The Lakers are the favorite in the NBA odds.

Lakers vs Mavericks Odds

Dallas finds itself as a distant 5.5-point home underdog, and a lengthy +184 on the moneyline. The Lakers are a short -220 on the moneyline, while the total sits at 228 points, with -110 odds on either side. The Under has cashed in six of the last seven head-to-head matchups.

Odds as of April 9 at FanDuel. Be sure to check out the best FanDuel promo code before placing a bet on any NBA game on Wednesday.

Perhaps a bit of a surprise, but JJ Redick dressed his full roster of players Tuesday’s 136-120 loss to the Thunder, save for forward Rui Hachimura (knee), even with the Dallas game the following night.

For the Mavs, guard Jaden Hardy (ankle) and big man Daniel Gafford both missed Dallas’ last game against the Clippers, and are looking like game-time decisions for Wednesday.

LAL vs DAL Player Props

NBA player props from FanDuel on April 9.

Of course, all eyes are on Luka Doncic, and he rightly has the highest scoring prop in this game at 29.5 points. LeBron James is right behind him at 23.5 points, with Austin Reaves in at 19.5 points.

Anthony Davis, the centerpiece of the Lakers’ package to acquire Doncic, leads the Mavericks in scoring with a 25.5 scoring line, while leading all players with a 10.5 rebounding line.

AD is playing his sixth game since returning from an adductor injury, and he’s finally showing his all-star form, averaging 30.5 points, 12 rebounds and 2.5 blocks over his last two games.

Doncic has the highest assist prop at 8.5, while James and Dallas’ Spencer Dinwiddie are just a dime back at 7.5.

Los Angeles Lakers vs OKC Thunder Picks

• Lakers vs Mavericks pick: Lakers -5.5 (-110)
• Lakers vs Mavericks prop bet: Davis Over 25.5 points (-106)

The Doncic hype around this game is legit — as his stunning trade to LA is still a topic of discussion, and has forever changed the courses of two franchises, and perhaps the landscape of the Western Conference for years to come.

While Luka did post a triple double (19 points, 15 rebounds and 12 assists) in his first meeting against Dallas on February 25, a 107-99 win in LA, he struggled, shooting 6-for-17 from the floor, and just 1-for-7 from 3-point range.

Doncic’s numbers since joining the Lakers look similar to Dallas, as he’s putting up 28.6 points, 8.6 rebounds and 8.2 assists, but doing it on a poor 42.1% shooting from the field and 35.8% from beyond the arc.

In the midst of that, there’s a lot at stake for both teams Wednesday night. The Lakers are sit third in the West, and while they likely can’t catch Houston for the 2-seed, they want to stay above the logjam just beneath them, with the Nuggets, Clippers, Warriors and Grizzlies all within a 1.5 games of them.

The Mavericks, meanwhile, are on the verge of locking up the 10-seed and final play-in berth in the West, but it’s been a struggle of late, dropping three of their last four, including a 135-104 demolition at the hands of the Clippers, part of losing both ends of a 2-game set in LA.

It’s been a rough go for the Mavericks since dealing their former cornerstone, as they’ve gone 12-18 since, scoring just 112.8 points per game and allowing 119.9 against, but it’s hard to really gauge how Dallas has been doing sine they’ve been so injured.

Davis has only played seven total games, with Kyrie Irving done for the year, and both Gafford and Dereck Lively out for extended periods with injury.

The Lakers will be playing the second night of a back-to-back, but they’re one of the stronger teams in the league worth wagering on in that scenario, as they’ve gone 8-5-0 against the spread, tied for the fourth-best cover mark in the NBA.

Doncic, who was ejected in the fourth quarter against the Thunder, logged just 31 minutes, so he should be fresh for Wednesday.

Taking the built-in Doncic revenge factor into consideration, this one should be a big Lakers’ victory.

The highly anticipated matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks on April 9th is sure to be a thrilling game for basketball fans. Both teams have had successful seasons so far, with the Lakers currently holding a record of 31-41 and the Mavericks at 42-30.

In terms of predictions, this game could go either way as both teams have talented rosters and are capable of putting up big numbers on any given night. The Lakers will be looking to bounce back from a recent loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, while the Mavericks are coming off a win against the Utah Jazz.

One key factor to consider in this matchup is the health of both teams. The Lakers have been dealing with injuries to key players such as LeBron James and Anthony Davis, which has impacted their performance on the court. On the other hand, the Mavericks have been relatively healthy and have been able to rely on their star player, Luka Doncic, to lead the team.

In terms of picks, it may be wise to consider the Mavericks as the favorites in this game. They have been playing well as of late and have a strong offense led by Doncic. However, the Lakers are a resilient team and could pull off an upset if they are able to play at their full potential.

As for the odds, it is likely that the Mavericks will be favored to win this game. However, anything can happen in basketball and there is always a chance for an underdog to come out on top. It will be interesting to see how this game plays out and which team will come out victorious.

Overall, the Lakers vs Mavericks game on April 9th is shaping up to be an exciting matchup between two talented teams. Fans can expect a competitive game with plenty of action on the court. Be sure to tune in to see which team will come out on top in this highly anticipated showdown.