Two player props on future Hall of Fame members are up for grabs at Crypto.com Arena tonight. The Dallas Mavericks have secured victories in two games against the Los Angeles Clippers with Kawhi Leonard on the court. 

Surprisingly, the Clippers have also won two games without Leonard, which is quite unusual. 

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With Leonard sidelined once again, Luka Doncic must capitalize on the absence of one of their top defenders. 

Meanwhile, Russell Westbrook's playoff performance has been subpar in this series, with a decrease in both his numbers and playing time. It appears that he is struggling to find his groove and is feeling frustrated.

 

 

 

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Despite numerous attempts, Doncic has yet to reach 34 points in this series, often relying on three-point shots. However, tonight may be different as he aims to break that barrier. 

Westbrook's performance has been lackluster this series, scoring in double-digits only once and playing fewer minutes due to Harden's dominance. 

Luka Doncic Over 33.5 Points (+100 at Bet365)

While Irving has been influential, Doncic maintains greater ball control. Expect him to play extended minutes, seeking mismatches to exploit. The projected score favors the Mavericks by three points, but Doncic's "Luka Magic" has yet to shine brightly. 

Nonetheless, as the series progresses, star players elevate their performance. Known for thriving in tight contests, Doncic has flirted with the 34-point mark and excelled when Leonard was absent. Anticipate a standout performance from him tonight.

Russell Westbrook Under 8.5 Points (-130 at Bet365)

Even when on the court, Westbrook struggles with his jumpshot and has seen limited playing time under Coach Tyronn Lue's strategy. While he could have a breakout game, it's more likely to manifest in rebounding or defensive prowess rather than scoring. 

His statistics across points, field goal percentage, rebounds, and assists have all declined from the regular season. With Leonard sidelined again, Westbrook's scoring prospects remain low against Dallas' strong defense. Betting on the under for Westbrook's points in Game 5 seems prudent.

 

 

 

NBA Starting Lineups: Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Clippers

Now that we’ve shelled out our Mavericks vs. Clippers picks, check out the projected starters for tonight’s matchup:

Mavericks

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