The Dallas Mavericks are set to take on the Los Angeles Lakers at the Crypto.com Arena. This NBA regular season game is scheduled for Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 10:00 PM and will be broadcast on Amaz. The Mavericks, coached by Jason Kidd, are struggling with a 19-34 record and are ranked 12th in the Western Conference.
The Lakers, led by head coach JJ Redick, hold a 32-21 record and sit at 6th in the Western Conference. Despite a recent two-game losing streak, they remain at the top of the Pacific Division. Both teams will look to bounce back after recent losses, with the Lakers aiming to use their home court to their advantage.
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Dallas Mavericks Team Preview
The Dallas Mavericks are coming off a tough stretch with losses in their last five games. In their most recent game against the Phoenix Suns, they fell 120-111. Naji Marshall led the team with 31 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win.
Offensively, the Mavericks are 22nd in points per game with an average of 114.1. They rank 3rd in possessions per game, but their effective field goal percentage stands at 53.1, placing them 22nd. Their three-point shooting struggles, ranking 27th in attempts and percentage.
Cooper Flagg has been a key player for the Mavericks, averaging 20.4 points per game. However, he is currently out with a foot injury. Other key players like Naji Marshall and Caleb Martin are questionable, which may impact their performance in the upcoming game.
Los Angeles Lakers Team Preview
The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off a tough stretch of home games. They lost to the San Antonio Spurs by 28 points, scoring 108. In the previous game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, they fell short by 9 points, ending with 110.
Despite recent losses, the Lakers have some strong performances from their players. LeBron James scored 22 points with 10 assists against the Thunder. Austin Reaves has been consistent, scoring 16 points in two recent games.
The Lakers’ offense ranks first in field goal percentage at 49.9%. They lead the league in free throw attempts per game, averaging 27.0. However, they struggle in rebounding, ranking 28th with 41.1 rebounds per game.
PPH Betting Prediction
The total for this game is set at 232.5 points. The Dallas Mavericks have a high pace, ranking 3rd in possessions per game, which suggests they like to play fast. Their defense allows 117.3 points per game, which is 21st in the league, indicating they might struggle to stop the Lakers from scoring.
On the other hand, the Los Angeles Lakers have a strong offense, scoring 115.9 points per game, which is 14th in the league. They have the best field goal percentage at 49.9%. The Lakers’ defense, however, allows 116.3 points per game, ranking 18th, which points to a high-scoring game.
Both teams have weaknesses in defense that can lead to a higher score. The Mavericks allow the most field goal attempts in the league, while the Lakers rank low in field goal percentage allowed. This combination suggests that taking the over on the total of 232.5 points is a good prediction.
- PPH Pick: Over 232.5
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