Austin Reaves (Los Angeles Lakers) Under 36.5 Points + Assists (-112)
Odds available at fanduel at time of publishingAs the Lakers gear up to face the Mavericks, all eyes will be on Austin Reaves, but there's a compelling case for targeting the under on his combined points and assists total of 36.5. While Reaves has shown flashes of brilliance, averaging 20.8 points and 5.4 assists over his last five games, his away performances have been noticeably subdued. He's only managed 21.6 points and 4.6 assists on the road recently, and his numbers against Dallas tell a similar story-averaging just 13 points and 2.8 assists when playing away.Moreover, the Mavericks' defense has tightened up, making it tough for opponents to find their rhythm. With Reaves hitting this under in his last 13 away games, the indicators suggest he might struggle to reach that lofty total. So, while excitement swirls around this matchup, the smart bet leans towards Reaves falling short of the 36.5 mark.