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Los Angeles Clippers Look to Regain Series Lead Against Dallas Mavericks in Game 3 showdown

In Game 3 of their first-round Western Conference series on Friday night, the Los Angeles Clippers will face the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. The Mavericks are currently leading the series 1-1 after a 96-93 win in the previous game as two-point underdogs. The Clippers have a 6-4 record in their last 10 games against Dallas. Dallas is favored to win Game 3, opening at -3.5 and currently sitting at Dallas -4.5.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Clippers +160 | Mavericks -185
• Spread: Clippers +4.5 (-110) | Mavericks -4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 210.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 65%.

Los Angeles vs Dallas Stats

Los Angeles Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers lost a close Game 2 to the Mavericks, giving up their homecourt advantage. They will look to bounce back in Game 3 on Friday to regain the series lead. The Clippers have struggled defensively, allowing an average of 112 points per game. Offensively, they are averaging 115.3 points per game and have strong shooting percentages, particularly from the free throw line and three-point range. In terms of power rankings, the Clippers rank 12th in offense and 10th in defense. Despite their recent loss, the Clippers have a solid record of 52-32 this season. They will need to tighten up their defense and improve on their previous shooting performance to secure a win in Game 3.

Dallas Mavericks Analysis

The Dallas Mavericks recently broke a three-game losing streak with a win over the Clippers, giving them the homecourt advantage. They will aim to continue their momentum with another win over the Clippers to take a 2-1 series lead. The team is averaging 117.3 points per game, with Luka Doncic leading the team with 32 points in their last game. However, they have struggled defensively, giving up 115.3 points per game. Tim Hardaway Jr. is out for the next game, while Daniel Gafford is questionable. The Mavericks have a power ranking of 11, ranking 8th in offense and 19th in defense. For offense, they make 47.92% of their field goals and 36.92% of their three-pointers. On defense, they allow 47.38% of field goals and 36.86% of three-pointers. For more information, consider checking out the top sportsbooks for potential profit opportunities.

Los Angeles Clippers' Road Dominance Set to Continue Against Dallas Mavericks

The Los Angeles Clippers have demonstrated a strong performance on the road, winning six of their last seven games away from home. Offensively, they have been impressive, scoring an average of over 115 points per game. Their accuracy at the free-throw line has been noteworthy, making over 83 percent of their attempts in the most recent three games. Additionally, their proficiency in rebounding, particularly in securing offensive rebounds, has provided them with numerous extra-scoring opportunities. Furthermore, their ability to protect the ball effectively has limited their opponents' scoring chances. In contrast, the Dallas Mavericks have recently struggled offensively, scoring less than 95 points per game in their last three outings. Their deficiencies in ball movement, rebounding, and turnover management may pose challenges for them in this game. Defensively, the Clippers have demonstrated strength by holding their opponents to under 105 points per game in their last three games, suggesting they may have an advantage in containing the Mavericks' offense. Therefore, it is recommended to favor the Los Angeles Clippers to cover the spread in this matchup.

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