Kamal Ghorui
The Los Angeles Lakers visit the Dallas Mavericks on January 24, 2026, in a Western Conference game that matters for both the standings and the betting market. The teams are close in form, but the Lakers enter as small favorites based on efficiency, recent matchups, and market confidence.Dallas is playing better basketball at home, while Los Angeles has been steady on the road. With Luka Dončić and LeBron James leading their sides, the game sets up as 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 at -110, with the Mavericks at +4 for the same price. The Lakers’ 12-11 ATS road record explains much of that lean.On the moneyline, Los Angeles sits at -170, while Dallas is offered at +145. That pricing suggests the Lakers win this game roughly six times out of ten. The total is set at 233.5 points, with both sides priced at -110. Lakers games have gone over the total in 58% of their outings this season.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks Team Performance
The Los Angeles Lakers are 22-20-1 ATS overall and are at their best when the offense crosses 116.6 points. In those games, they are 16-4-1 ATS and 19-2 straight up. Dallas is 20-25 ATS, though much stronger at home, where it owns a 14-10-1 mark. Offensively, the Dallas Mavericks average 114.4 points, ranking in the bottom third of the league, but they compensate with interior defense and shot blocking.
| Team | PPG | Opp PPG | FG% | ATS Home | 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 |
Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks Recent Results
Los Angeles is 4-6 straight up and ATS over its last 10 games, but it has won three straight against Dallas. The Lakers also have a strong win rate as road favorites. Dallas Mavericks are trending up, going 7-3 straight up and 6-4 ATS in its last 10. When the Mavericks score more than 116.4 points, they cover regularly.Together, the teams average 230.4 points per game, slightly below the posted total, which supports an under lean.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction and Props (January 24, 2026)
Markets give the Lakers about a 60.5% chance to win, driven by shooting efficiency and recent head-to-head results. Some projections still favor a narrow Dallas win at home, pointing to rebounding and pace control.Popular prop angles include Max Christie over 14.5 points, Dončić scoring 30 or more, and DeAndre Ayton under 20.5 points plus rebounds. Dončić’s usage makes his scoring line the most consistent option.Also read: Is Cooper Flagg playing tonight vs the Los Angeles Lakers? Latest update on the Dallas Mavericks star’s injury report (January 24, 2026)
Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Takeaway (January 24, 2026)
The Lakers moneyline suits cautious plays. Dallas +4 or +145 offers value for bettors backing home form. The under 233.5 fits season trends on both sides. Expect a close game that stays undecided into the final minutes.
