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Clippers vs. Mavericks prediction: Clippers favored to win Saturday's NBA matchup [3/21/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Los Angeles Clippers vs Dallas Mavericks predictions for NBA Saturday.
The Dallas Mavericks will take on the favored Los Angeles Clippers in NBA action at American Airlines Center on Saturday, starting at 8:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Clippers as the most likely winner of the Clippers vs. Mavericks game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Mavericks lineup will feature stars like Cooper Flagg, Naji Marshall and P.J. Washington, while the Clippers will rely on Kawhi Leonard, Darius Garland and John Collins.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Clippers vs. Mavs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NBA game between the Clippers and Mavericks 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Clippers a 74% chance of defeating the Mavericks. Our predicted final score has the Clippers winning 120-112.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Clippers and Mavericks each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 233.5 points also has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Clippers vs. Mavericks odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Clippers | Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -7.5 (+100) | +7.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | -250 | +225 |
| Total | o233.5 (-105) | u233.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Clippers vs. Mavericks picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 | Clippers -7.5 | +100 |
| Moneyline | Clippers | -250 |
| Total | Over 233.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Saturday, the top play to make on this game is Clippers to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Clippers vs. Mavericks player props
Looking for LA Clippers vs. Dallas NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at American Airlines Center.
Kawhi Leonard is expected to lead the Clippers with 29 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists, while Cooper Flagg is projected to have 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the Mavericks.
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.
Clippers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Clippers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawhi Leonard | 29 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 51 |
| Darius Garland | 19 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 39 |
| John Collins | 15 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 28 |
| Derrick Jones | 13 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 26 |
| Jordan Miller | 12 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 26 |
Mavericks prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Mavericks:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper Flagg | 21 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 42 |
| Naji Marshall | 16 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 30 |
| P.J. Washington | 13 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 29 |
| Max Christie | 13 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 24 |
| Klay Thompson | 12 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 19 |
Clippers vs. Mavs game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Mavericks and Clippers at American Airlines Center is scheduled to commence at 8:30 PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Clippers vs. Dallas Mavericks
- Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
- Time: 8:30 PM ET/5:30PM PT
- Venue: American Airlines Center
Conclusion
We predict the Clippers, with a 74% win probability, will likely beat the Mavericks on Saturday, with Kawhi Leonard projected for a game-high 51 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Clippers vs. Mavericks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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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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