Dallas at Los Angeles

The Lakers have been methodical most of the season, picking their spots. That has changed as we head towards the playoffs and this team has come to life with a 15-1 mark over their last 16 games. That includes five double-digit wins against teams over .500. They have another motivating factor here as they lost in Dallas by 9 the last time these clubs met. The Mavs have rattled off five straight themselves, but all against marginal, or losing teams. Dallas is just 2-5 ATS in their last seven vs. a winning team. Contrast that to the Lakers 8-2 ATS mark in their last 10 vs. a team with a winning record. The Lakers are pouring it on now, and get the win and cover in this one.