Lakers Dominate Mavericks in 124-104 Victory
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · crypto.com Arena
Los Angeles Lakers 124, Dallas Mavericks 104, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers?
Los Angeles Lakers beat Dallas Mavericks 124-104 at crypto.com Arena on February 12, 2026.
Who was favored in Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers?
Los Angeles Lakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The favorite won.
The Los Angeles Lakers secured a commanding 124-104 victory over the Dallas Mavericks at the crypto.com Arena, extending their lead in the season series to 4-0. This game showcased the stark contrast in the teams' current forms, with the Lakers boasting a home record of 33-21 compared to the Mavericks' dismal 19-35 away record.
In recent outings, the Lakers have struggled, losing their last two games, including a 108-136 defeat to the San Antonio Spurs just days before this matchup. Despite this, they maintained a scoring average of 115.3 points over their last ten games, while allowing an average of 115.8 points. Their performance at home has been mixed, with a record of 2-2 in their last four home games, and they averaged 113.4 points in their last five contests.
Conversely, the Mavericks have been in a severe slump, recording just one win in their last ten games, with a record of 1-8-1. They are currently on a seven-game losing streak, scoring an average of 102.5 points while allowing 108.6 points during this stretch. Their away performance has been particularly poor, with an 0-3 record in their last three games.
The Lakers have dominated the recent head-to-head meetings, winning all four matchups this season, including a previous victory against the Mavericks on January 25, where they triumphed 116-110. The Lakers have outperformed the Mavericks in their last five encounters, holding a 4-1 record against them.
In terms of injuries, the Mavericks faced challenges with key players. Santi Aldama, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II were all listed as day-to-day due to knee and foot issues, which likely impacted their performance against the Lakers. The injury situation has compounded the Mavericks' struggles as they seek to regain form.
The betting market reflected the Lakers' strong position, with DraftKings setting the spread at -6.5 in favor of the Lakers, indicating confidence in their ability to cover this margin. The total points line was set at 237.5, suggesting an expectation for a moderately high-scoring game.
Conditions were favorable for the Lakers as they played on their home court, which has historically provided them with a significant advantage. The atmosphere at the crypto.com Arena was electric, with fans eager to support their team.
As the game unfolded, the Lakers showcased their offensive prowess, highlighted by LeBron James' driving layup in the fourth quarter, which put the score at 117-99. The Lakers continued to build their lead with contributions from Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes, who both made crucial baskets late in the game. The Mavericks struggled to keep pace, unable to mount a significant comeback despite a late layup from Dwight Powell.
Overall, the Lakers' victory reinforced their dominance over the Mavericks this season and highlighted the disparities in their respective forms. The Lakers will look to build on this momentum, while the Mavericks must regroup to address their ongoing struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LAL -6.5 | 237.5 o -108 / u -112 | Dallas Mavericks +210 · Los Angeles Lakers -258 |
Injury report
- Santi AldamaDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
- Kyrie IrvingDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
- Dereck Lively IIDay-To-DayFootDallas Mavericks
Leaders
- PointsLeBron James28Los Angeles Lakers
- AssistsLeBron James12Los Angeles Lakers
- ReboundsLeBron James10Los Angeles Lakers
- PointsNaji Marshall19Dallas Mavericks
- AssistsBrandon Williams7Dallas Mavericks
- ReboundsDaniel Gafford6Dallas Mavericks
Recent form
Los Angeles Lakers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L2115.3 scored · 115.8 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L108-136vs San Antonio SpursFeb 11
- L110-119vs Oklahoma City ThunderFeb 10
- W105-99vs Golden State WarriorsFeb 8
- W119-115vs Philadelphia 76ersFeb 6
- W125-109at Brooklyn NetsFeb 4
- L100-112at New York KnicksFeb 2
- W142-111at Washington WizardsJan 31
- L99-129at Cleveland CavaliersJan 29
- W129-118at Chicago BullsJan 27
- W116-110at Dallas MavericksJan 25
Dallas Mavericks
Last 10: 1-8-1Streak L7102.5 scored · 108.6 allowed per game0-3 away
- L111-120at Phoenix SunsFeb 11
- L125-138at San Antonio SpursFeb 7
- L123-135vs San Antonio SpursFeb 6
- L100-110vs Boston CelticsFeb 4
- L107-111at Houston RocketsFeb 1
- L121-123vs Charlotte HornetsJan 30
- L105-118vs Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 29
- D0-0at Milwaukee BucksJan 26
- L110-116vs Los Angeles LakersJan 25
- W123-115vs Golden State WarriorsJan 23
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio | - | 20 | L1 | .756 | 62 |
| Houston | 10 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| New Orleans | 36 | 56 | L2 | .317 | 26 |
| Dallas | 36 | 56 | W1 | .317 | 26 |
| Memphis | 37 | 57 | L8 | .305 | 25 |
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | Dallas Mavericks | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 39-79 | 48-86 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 7-26 | 10-31 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 32 |
| Free throws | 19-25 | 18-21 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 34 |
| Assists | 22 | 35 |
| Steals | 7 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 66 |
| Fouls | 18 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 22 |
| Lead changes | 16 | 16 |
| Time in front | 7 | 85 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter78-83Luke Kennard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter78-86Jarred Vanderbilt makes 22-foot three point jumper (Austin Reaves assists)
- 3rd Quarter80-86Max Christie makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter80-89Maxi Kleber makes 26-foot three point jumper (Luke Kennard assists)
- 3rd Quarter80-91Jaxson Hayes makes 6-foot two point shot (Austin Reaves assists)
- 3rd Quarter80-94Luke Kennard makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Jaxson Hayes assists)
- 3rd Quarter82-94Klay Thompson makes 10-foot fade away jump shot
- 3rd Quarter82-96Jarred Vanderbilt makes 1-foot dunk (LeBron James assists)
- 4th Quarter82-98Luke Kennard makes 3-foot reverse layup (Marcus Smart assists)
- 4th Quarter82-100LeBron James makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter82-101LeBron James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter82-102LeBron James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-102P.J. Washington makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter86-102Brandon Williams makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter87-102Brandon Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter88-102P.J. Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-102P.J. Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-102Brandon Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-104Austin Reaves makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter90-105Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter92-105P.J. Washington makes 9-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter92-107Rui Hachimura makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Jaxson Hayes assists)
- 4th Quarter94-107Klay Thompson makes 1-foot layup (Daniel Gafford assists)
- 4th Quarter94-110Austin Reaves makes 28-foot three pointer (Rui Hachimura assists)
- 4th Quarter95-110P.J. Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter96-110P.J. Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter96-111Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-111P.J. Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-113Jaxson Hayes makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter99-113Max Christie makes 2-foot dunk (Tyus Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter99-114Jake LaRavia makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-115Jake LaRavia makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-117LeBron James makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter100-117Marvin Bagley III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-120Rui Hachimura makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaxson Hayes assists)
- 4th Quarter100-122Jaxson Hayes makes dunk (Jake LaRavia assists)
- 4th Quarter101-122Max Christie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-122Max Christie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-124Adou Thiero makes 7-foot fade away jump shot (Drew Timme assists)
- 4th Quarter104-124Dwight Powell makes layup (Max Christie assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Los Angeles Lakers, below favours Dallas Mavericks.
Venue
- crypto.com ArenaLos Angeles, CA
- Attendance18679
- OfficialsZach Zarba, Rodney Mott, Che Flores
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