LiontipsClippers vs Dallas. Predictions and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Los Angeles outfit made their fans nervous in the start of the playoffs, because lost two consecutive games to Dallas at home. Probably even their opponent was not expecting such a gift.
Board and head coach were expecting an improvement from Clippersand that happened on away games. Team secured a confident victory over Mavericks (118:108) and then tied the series (106:81).
Now Clippers will try to finish their opponent at home arena. Bookmakers are not counting on the guests, but we already know what Mavericks are capable of.
Mavericks are not ready to give away their play-off spot, though most of the experts gave their preference to Clippers in the series. Ricky Carlisle's side started the series very good and recorded two consecutive away victories to the account.
Luka Doncic's name is on everyone's lips right now, but Clippers' defense already closed his down. Dallas had a great opportunity to put up a good performance at home games, but Mavs somehow gave their advantage away.
Mavericks are understanding that they will need to start everything from the scratch now, but they don't have a margin for error. Club will try to put a great performance on away once again, so it will be an interesting game to watch.
Trends
СтавкаClippers: total over 110.5
Clippers are averaging 114 points per game
СтавкаDallas: total over 104.5
Mavericks are averaging 112 points per game
СтавкаTotal of tied quarters - under 0.5
In last five head-to-head games not a single quarter ended in a draw
Tip and bets
Clippers found the momentum in last two games, but we still can't forget their weak performance at home. Dallas is an unpredictable team, especially when Luka Doncic is available and on good form. In our opinion, Mavericks will put up a fight against the hosts.
Our prediction - Dallas Mavericks to win with a handicap of (+9) points
It is a crucial moment for both teams, so now is not the time for the cautiousness. Each of the opponents want to pull ahead, so they need to play at full strength, so we should expect a high score.
Our second prediction - total over 211 points
