LeBron vs. Luka Injury Update: Both OUT for Lakers vs. Mavs? Top 3 Bets
Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks hit the road to take on LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night. ... with some uncertainly surrounding the availability of the two generational superstars.
The Mavs held off the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday night, 125-120, after a disappointing loss to the undermanned Pelicans over the weekend. Kyrie Irving and Tim Hardaway Jr. both eclipsed 40 points to lead Dallas in the win.
"It was a hell of a homestand – 5 and 2. That's a positive. That's big no matter who you beat or who you lose to," Jason Kidd said after Monday's win. "When you protect home like that, that's a good sign -- especially with the health that we have. It's whoever can play, next man up. "
The Lakers are coming off an impressive win on Monday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder, 112-105, to snap a two-game skid. James and Anthony Davis combined for 52 points, 22 rebounds, and 11 assists in the victory.
Notable Injuries
Mavericks: Derrick Jones Jr. (right calf contusion) and Grant Williams (right ankle sprain) are probable. Luka Doncic (right ankle sprain) is questionable. Dante Exum (right plantar sprain) is out.
Lakers: Anthony Davis (left ankle sprain) is probable. LeBron James (left ankle) is questionable. Cam Reddish (left knee effusion) is out.
Check out the the betting lines and player props below, courtesy of SI Sportsbook.
The Lines
Point Spread: Mavericks (+3.5) / Lakers (-3.5)
Money Line: Mavericks (+135) / Lakers (-175)
Over/Under: 243.5
Player Props / Our Picks
Luka Doncic O/U 17.5 Rebounds + Assists: Over
Doncic is questionable to play after missing the last three games due to a right ankle sprain. In two matchups against the Lakers this season, Doncic is averaging 9.0 rebounds and 12.5 assists, including dishing out 17 dimes in December's contest. Look for that to continue on Wednesday.
Luka Doncic O/U 3.5 3PM: Over
Doncic is hitting four 3-pointers per game this season and was averaging just under five makes from downtown in the last eight games prior to his ankle sprain. Take the over.
Anthony Davis O/U 40.5 Points + Rebounds: Over
Davis is playing some of his best, most healthy basketball of his career this season, averaging 25.1 points and 12.2 rebounds per game. Fresh off a 27-point, 15-rebound performance on Monday, along with dropping 37 points against Dallas last month, look for AD to dominate on Wednesday.
Prediction: Dallas has won both matchups so far this season by a total of five points. With both Doncic and James listed as questionable, this game is truly up for grabs. Take Los Angeles -3.5 to get a clutch time victory at home.
