Mavericks vs Lakers Prediction and NBA Tips - 25 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 25, 2026, 1:38AM | Published: Jan 24, 2026, 3:00PM
The Dallas Mavericks will take on the Los Angeles Lakers in NBA action at American Airlines Center on Sunday, beginning at 12:30pm AEDT.
With the likes of Cooper Flagg, Naji Marshall and Max Christie, the Mavericks are aiming to beat a Lakers team that includes Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Deandre Ayton.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Mavericks vs Lakers game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's Dallas vs LA Lakers NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Lakers a 65% chance of winning against the Mavericks at American Airlines Center.
Mavericks vs Lakers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at American Airlines Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Mavericks $2.45, Lakers $1.59
- Line: Mavericks +4 ($1.91), Lakers -4 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 234 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Mavericks at $2.45 and the Lakers at $1.59.
The Mavericks are 4-point underdogs against the Lakers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Lakers (-4) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 234 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Lakers (-4) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 234-point over/under is expected to stay under 54% of the time.
Mavericks vs Lakers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: LA Lakers at $1.59 with Bet365
- Line: Lakers -4 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 234 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Mavericks vs Lakers predictions are based on detailed modelling and betting expertise to give you the best possible advice around the clock.
Mavericks vs Lakers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Mavericks vs Lakers at American Airlines Center this Sunday is the Lakers winning 117-113.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Dallas vs LA Lakers game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and computer tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Mavericks vs Lakers prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so bookmark this page for the latest betting tips before the Dallas vs LA Lakers match-up.
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Mavericks vs Lakers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Mavericks and Lakers at American Airlines Center is scheduled to start at 12:30pm AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Sunday 25 January 2026
- Time: 12:30pm AEDT
- Venue: American Airlines Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Dallas vs LA Lakers predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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