Lakers vs. Mavericks line, picks: Advanced computer NBA model releases selections for Thursday matchup

SportsLine's projection model generated selections for Thursday's matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks

SportsLine Staff

The Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks square off in a nationally televised showdown at 9:30 p.m. ET on Thursday. Dallas is favored by three points at William Hill Sportsbook, while the Over-Under is set at 216 (see up-to-date odds for every game this week on our NBA odds page). 

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Now, it has set its sights on Lakers vs. Mavericks. We can tell you the model is leaning Over the total, and it also says one side of the spread hits in well over 60 percent of simulations! You ABSOLUTELY need to see it before locking in any NBA picks.

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