<p>The Dallas Mavericks will visit the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. This game is set for Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 10:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on Amaz.</p> <p>The Mavericks come into this game with a 19-34 record. Head coach Jason Kidd's team is struggling, having lost their last eight games. Meanwhile, the Lakers, led by head coach JJ Redick, hold a 32-21 record and are sixth in the Western Conference. They are looking to bounce back after two straight losses.</p> <h2>Mavericks vs Lakers Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: NBA</li><li>Teams: Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers</li><li>Venue: Crypto.com Arena</li><li>Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026</li><li>Betting Odds: Lakers -6.5 (-112), Mavericks +6.5 (-109)</li></ul> <h2>Dallas Mavericks Team Preview</h2> <p>The Dallas Mavericks have been facing a tough stretch with recent losses. They fell to the Phoenix Suns, 120-111, despite Naji Marshall's 31 points. In another game, they lost to the San Antonio Spurs, 138-125, with Marvin Bagley III contributing 16 points and 12 rebounds.</p> <p>In terms of season stats, the Mavericks are averaging 114.1 points per game, ranking 22nd in the league. They lead the league in possessions per game with 102.1 but struggle with three-point shooting, making just 10.9 per game. Their defense allows 117.3 points per game, placing them 21st in this category.</p> <p>Cooper Flagg has been a standout player for the Mavericks, averaging 20.4 points and 6.6 rebounds per game. Injuries are a concern with key players like Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg sidelined. Upcoming, the Mavericks are set to start Tyus Jones, Max Christie, Khris Middleton, P.J. Washington, and Daniel Gafford against the Los Angeles Lakers.</p> <h2>Los Angeles Lakers Team Preview</h2> <p>The Los Angeles Lakers have had a tough stretch in their recent games. They suffered a significant loss to the San Antonio Spurs, losing by 28 points. The game against the Oklahoma City Thunder also ended in a defeat by 9 points, but they managed to secure a victory against the Golden State Warriors by 6 points.</p> <p>Offensively, the Lakers rank 14th in points per game, with an average of 115.9. They have a strong field goal percentage at 49.9, which is the best in the league. However, their rebounding is a concern, as they rank 28th in rebounds per game.</p> <p>The Lakers' top players include Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James. Dončić leads with 32.8 points per game, but he is currently out with a hamstring injury. Reaves contributes 25.7 points per game, and LeBron adds 21.8 points, along with his playmaking ability.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>The Lakers are favored by 6.5 points against the Mavericks. The Lakers score 115.9 points per game, while the Mavericks allow 117.3 points per game. With the Lakers' high field goal percentage and home advantage, they should cover the spread of -6.5.</p> <p>The total for the game is set at 232.5 points. The combined average points scored and allowed by both teams is 232.6, which is slightly above the set total. Given the offensive stats and defensive vulnerabilities, taking the over 232.5 is a reasonable choice.</p>

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