Final Score: Lakers 102 - Mavericks 83
Tuesday, January 28, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Lakers @ Mavericks

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lakers
31-12 Rating 1723
Form: LLWWW
Model Probability
80%
20%
Projected margin: Los Angeles Lakers +5.8
Mavericks
14-26 Rating 1272
Form: WLLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lakers Mavericks
All-time wins 69 22
Last 5 meetings 5 0
Average points 113.2 106.0
Last meeting 109 99

Key Season Stats

Stat Lakers Mavericks
Games played 43 40
Avg points scored 98.7 93.5
Avg points conceded 95.1 99.1
Win percentage 72% 35%
Away win % / Home win % 60% 44%