Lakers vs Mavericks NBA Preseason Pick: Can Los Angeles Improve To .500? (Oct 15)

Published Oct 14, 8:09pm ET by

James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer

Last updated Oct 14, 8:09pm ET

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The Lakers look to even their preseason record at 2-2 when they host the Mavericks on Wednesday night.

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  • The Los Angeles Lakers improved to 1-2 with a 126-116 win over the Golden State Warriors.
  • Meanwhile, the Dallas Mavericks are 2-1 following a 114-101 victory against the Utah Jazz.
  • The last regular-season meeting between these teams took place on Apr. 9, with the Lakers claiming a 112-97 victory.

One of the games on Wednesday's NBA preseason slate features the Los Angeles Lakers hosting the Dallas Mavericks. Who has the edge in our Lakers vs Mavericks pick?

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks Overview Watch On: ESPN

DATE & TIME

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2025 @ 10:30 PM ET
Los Angeles Lakers
T-Mobile Arena
Las Vegas, NV
Dallas Mavericks

Lakers Aiming For Second Straight Win

With its opponent missing several key players the Lakers took charge early. They led by six points after the opening stanza, and increased their advantage to 17 points at the break.

Golden State got within 90-85 after the third quarter. But LA held on for a 126-116 victory, salvaging a split in this home-and-home series.

The offense placed five players in double figures. Austin Reeves pumped in 21 points, along with three rebounds, and three assists. Rui Hachimura and Dalton Kinecht finished with 16 points apiece and Deandre Ayton added 14 points, eight boards, and five dimes.

Dallas Looks To End Its Preseason Slate With A 3-1 Record

As one would expect, the Mavericks were the superior team in this matchup. They jumped out to a three-point lead after the first 12 minutes and led by a comfortable 15 points through three quarters en route to a 114-101 victory.

Anthony Davis was one of five players to reach double figures. He scored 25 points and grabbed six rebounds. He also tallied two steals and two blocked shots. Naji Marshall was the standout player for the second unit, finishing with 17 points on 4-for-7 shooting overall and an 8-for-10 effort from the charity stripe.

Lakers vs Mavericks NBA Pick

Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.

  • The Lakers are 3-2 straight-up (SU) in their last five games.
  • Los Angeles is also 3-2 ATS in its previous five outings.
  • The Mavericks are 1-4 in their last five contests.
  • Dallas has covered the spread just once in its previous five matchups.

Look for the Mavericks to emerge victorious in this one.

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Dallas Mavericks
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