He The Los Angeles Lakers visit the Dallas Mavericks on January 24, 2026in a Western Conference game that matters both for the standings and for the betting market. The teams are close in form, but the Lakers enter as slight favorites based on efficiency, recent matchups and market sentiment.Dallas is playing better basketball at home, while Los Angeles has held steady on the road. With Luka Dončić and LeBron James leading their teams, the game looks like a tight contest rather than a blowout.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks Odds and lines (January 24, 2026)
Most sportsbooks list the Los Angeles Lakers as 3.5 to 4 point favorites. The common number is Lakers -4 to -110, with the Mavericks at +4 for the same price. The Lakers’ 12-11 ATS road record explains much of that shortcoming.On the moneyline, Los Angeles is listed at -170, while Dallas is offered at +145. That price suggests the Lakers win this game about six out of ten times. The total is set at 233.5 points, with both sides trading at -110. The Lakers’ games have gone over the total in 58% of their outings this season.
Team performance Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks
The Los Angeles Lakers are 22-20-1 ATS overall and are at their best when the offense exceeds 116.6 points. In those games, they are 16-4-1 ATS and 19-2 overall. Dallas is 20-25 ATS, although much stronger at home, where it has a 14-10-1 record. Offensively, the Dallas Mavericks average 114.4 points, ranking in the bottom third of the league, but they make up for it with interior defense and shot blocking.
| Equipment | PPG | Opposite PPG | GF% | Home ATS | ATS road |
| Lakers | 116.0 | 116.4 | 49.5% | 10-9-1 | 12-11-0 |
| Mavericks | 114.4 | 116.6 | 47.4% | 14-10-1 | 6-14-0 |
Recent Results Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks
Los Angeles is 4-6 and ATS in its last 10 games, but has won three in a row against Dallas. The Lakers also have a strong win rate as road favorites. The Dallas Mavericks are on an upward trend, going 7-3 in a row and 6-4 ATS in their last 10. When the Mavericks score more than 116.4 points, they cover them regularly.Together, the teams average 230.4 points per game, slightly below the published total, supporting a lower trend.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction and Fixtures (January 24, 2026)
Markets give the Lakers about a 60.5% chance of winning, driven by shooting efficiency and recent head-to-head results. Some projections still favor a narrow Dallas win at home, pointing to rebounding and tempo control.Popular supporting angles include Max Christie with over 14.5 points, Dončić scoring 30 or more, and DeAndre Ayton with under 20.5 points plus rebounds. The use of Dončić makes his goal line the most consistent option.Also read: Will Cooper Flagg play tonight against the Los Angeles Lakers? Last update on the Dallas Mavericks star’s injury report (January 24, 2026)
Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Conclusion (January 24, 2026)
The Lakers’ moneyline accommodates cautious plays. Dallas +4 or +145 offers value for bettors backing home form. The value below 233.5 conforms to the seasonal trends on both sides. Expect a close match that remains indecisive until the final minutes.
