LA Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks NBA Pick Prediction 4/22/2021 by Tony T.
Lakers at Mavericks—Free pick is LA Lakers +2. LA with rest advantage in this spot getting two days of rest. Mavericks on a back to back as they failed to cover the closing number against the Pistons on Wednesday. Mavs have now failed to cover six straight. Concern for Dallas has been the play of their defense as in their past five games allowing 50% shooting along with 42% from three point range. They are near the bottom in defensive efficiency in that six game period by allowing 117.3 points per 100 possessions. Anthony Davis is expected to return to the lineup for LA. Lakers have defended well this season. Play LA Lakers +2.