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Mavericks vs. Clippers prediction: Clippers favored to win Tuesday's NBA matchup [4/7/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Clippers predictions for NBA Tuesday.
The Los Angeles Clippers will face the Dallas Mavericks in NBA action at Intuit Dome on Tuesday, beginning at 10:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Clippers as the most likely winner of the Mavericks vs. Clippers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Clippers lineup will feature players like Kawhi Leonard, Darius Garland and Bennedict Mathurin, while the Mavericks will be led by Cooper Flagg, Naji Marshall and Klay Thompson.
This article offers a closer look at Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Mavs vs. Clippers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NBA game between the Mavericks and Clippers, forming part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Clippers an 81% chance of beating the Mavericks. Our predicted final score has the Clippers winning 122-111.
According to our model, the Mavericks (+11.5) have a 58% chance of covering the spread, while the 235.5-point over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Mavericks vs. Clippers odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Mavericks | Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +11.5 (-102) | -11.5 (-114) |
| Moneyline | +475 | -620 |
| Total | o235.5 (-110) | u235.5 (-106) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Mavericks vs. Clippers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Mavericks +11.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Mavericks | +475 |
| Total | Under 235.5 | -106 |
According to our best NBA bets for Tuesday, the top play to make on this game is Mavericks +11.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Mavericks vs. Clippers player props
NBA player props are a common way to wager on Tuesday's Dallas vs. LA Clippers matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Intuit Dome.
Cooper Flagg is expected to lead the Mavericks with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists, while Kawhi Leonard is projected to have 31 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the Clippers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Mavericks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Mavericks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper Flagg | 26 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 50 |
| Naji Marshall | 16 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 31 |
| Klay Thompson | 12 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 20 |
| Marvin Bagley | 12 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 29 |
| Max Christie | 12 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 22 |
Clippers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Clippers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawhi Leonard | 31 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 52 |
| Darius Garland | 21 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 41 |
| B. Mathurin | 17 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 31 |
| John Collins | 14 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 27 |
| Jordan Miller | 11 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 23 |
Mavs vs. Clippers game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's game between the Clippers and Mavericks at Intuit Dome is scheduled to begin at 10:30 PM ET.
- Who: Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Clippers
- Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
- Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Intuit Dome
Conclusion
We predict the Clippers, with an 81% win probability, will likely beat the Mavericks on Tuesday, with Kawhi Leonard projected for a game-high 52 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Mavericks vs. Clippers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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