The Dallas Mavericks face the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 5 of their Western Conference Playoff series, holding home-court advantage. With a slim 3-2 series lead at home, the Mavericks can close the series here. Dallas Mavericks are huge favorites on the money line, even as the Clippers will fight to avoid first-round elimination.
Bet on Basketball with 1xBetBasketball: 2024 NBA Playoffs Game 6
Where to Watch: ESPN
Venue: American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
Date: 04.05.2024 04:30
Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks beat the Clippers 123-93 in Game 5 in a dominant performance to move ahead in the series. Luka Dončić delivered 35 points, 7 rebounds, and 10 assists despite suffering a sprained knee. He surpassed 50% shooting for the first time in the postseason. Maxi Kleber added five three-pointers, and Kyrie Irving chipped in with 14 points. The Mavericks' defense restricted Paul George and James Harden to a dismal 6-of-25 shooting performance. This victory marked the worst playoff loss in the Clippers' franchise history.
LA Clippers
The Los Angeles Clippers are on the brink of elimination after a spanking defeat in Game 5. Star players Paul George and James Harden had a sordid game with a combined 24% shooting efficiency, including costly turnovers. Russell Westbrook's shooting of only 2-of-11 indicated that his struggles continued and extended his poor form to a dismal 6-of-35 shooting performance in the last four games. Ivica Zubac was a lone force for the Clippers, shooting 7-of-8 from the field, but his efforts came to 15 points overall. The Clippers will need a razor-sharp performance to force another game.
Betting Odds
The LA Clippers are 3.65 on the money line on Betway, with the Dallas Mavericks 1.98 for (-8.9) on the spread. Total Over 205 is priced at 1.667 on 1xBet, with the under available at 2.15 odds. Luka Dončić is 1.90 to score over 33.5 points on Bet365, with the Under goes at 1.83. Read more here.
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