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Los Angeles Lakers vs Dallas Mavericks Recap - Mavericks Win 127-125
Dallas got 33 points and 17 assists from Luka Doncic en route to a 127-125 victory over Los Angeles on Tuesday at American Airlines Center.
Bettors who backed the Mavericks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 235.0.
Tim Hardaway Jr. had 32 points for Dallas and Dante Exum chipped in with 26 points. Luka Doncic had 17 assists for the Mavericks, while Dereck Lively II was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
The Lakers got a 37-point performance from Anthony Davis, who was supported by 33 points from LeBron James. LeBron James had 9 assists in a losing cause for Los Angeles, while Anthony Davis grabbed 11 rebounds.
The Mavericks hit the break winning 71-61 before taking care of business in the second half.
Los Angeles had a 40-36 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Dallas takes its act home to face Minnesota looking for another win. For Los Angeles, they head on the road to face San Antonio.