Deandre Ayton (Los Angeles Lakers) Under 24.5 Points + Rebounds (-110)
Odds available at fanduel at time of publishingAs the Lakers gear up to face the Mavericks, all eyes will be on Deandre Ayton, but this matchup could be a tough one for him. Sure, he's a talented big man, but let's delve into the numbers. In his last five games, Ayton has averaged just 12 points and 6.8 rebounds, a far cry from the 24.5 total we're considering. When he's on the road, those figures dip even more, with averages of 10.4 points and 6.2 boards. Historically, facing Dallas hasn't been kind either; he's managed just 12 points and 10 rebounds per game in their last few encounters. With an impressive 11-for-11 hit rate for the Under in his last away games, it's clear that Ayton struggles to find his rhythm outside of Phoenix. Expect him to fall short against a Mavericks team that knows how to contain him. Betting the Under feels like a savvy move here