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Los Angeles Lakers at Denver Nuggets Game 5 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Denver Nuggets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Denver Nuggets welcome the Los Angeles Lakers to Ball Arena for Game 5 of the Western Conference 1st-round series Monday. Tip in the best-of-7 series, which the Nuggets lead 3-1, is set for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Lakers vs. Nuggets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Nuggets are 2-2 against the spread (ATS) after losing 119-108 on the road in Game 4 Saturday, closing as a 3.5-point road favorite. Denver was 3-0 ATS and straight up against the Lakers during the regular season. C Nikola Jokic has averaged a triple-double throughout the 4 games, notching 29 points, 15.3 rebounds, and 10 assists per game.

The Lakers started their postseason with a 110-106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans in the play-in tournament. The Lakers are 3-2 ATS in their 5 postseason games this season and ended the regular season 38-44 ATS. F Anthony Davis is averaging 30.5 points and 15.8 rebounds per game.

Lakers at Nuggets odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers +245 (bet $100 to win $245) | Nuggets -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers +7.5 (-114) | Nuggets -7.5 (-106)
Over/Under (O/U): 217 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Lakers at Nuggets key injuries

Nuggets

G Jamal Murray (calf) questionable

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (wrist) probable
F LeBron James (ankle) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Lakers at Nuggets picks and predictions

Prediction

Nuggets 110, Lakers 106

Moneyline

PASS.

The Nuggets (-300) are 6-1 against the Lakers (+245) this season and 3-0 against them at home. Expect Denver to come out on top and close out the series, but there’s no value in betting the Nuggets to win.

Against the spread

BET LAKERS +7.5 (-114).

Los Angeles has the talent to keep this close and has impressed when its back is against the wall. In the in-season tournament final against the Indiana Pacers, the Lakers won by 14, closing as a 3.5-point favorite. They also beat the Pelicans to get into the playoffs.

Both of those could’ve been seen as must-win games, much like this one. Los Angeles has had multiple quarters in which it has outscored the Nuggets by double figures. The Nuggets are 2-2 ATS in the series and are 1-2 ATS as a favorite.

Expect the Lakers, given their experience and close-game performances, to keep things close. Back LAKERS +7.5 (-114).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 217 (-112).

The Under has been hot in this series, going 3-1, and there has yet to be a game in which both teams have scored more than 108 points.

The Nuggets play at one of the slowest paces in the NBA, ranking 26th in the league during the regular season. On the other side, the Lakers sat 29th in offensive rebounding rate.

There aren’t going to be a lot of 2nd-chance opportunities coupled with a slow pace of play. The regular season series was 1-2 O/U as well, making the entire season series 2-5 O/U. Put it all together and back UNDER 217 (-112).

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Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers Game 3 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers Game 3 odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Lakers welcome the Golden State Warriors to Crypto.com Arena Saturday for Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinals series. The series is tied 1-1. Tip is set for 8:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Warriors vs. Lakers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Warriors beat the Lakers 127-100 Thursday, covering as a 7-point home favorite. G Klay Thompson scored 30 points and hit 8 threes in 31 minutes of action. Golden State evened the series up at one game apiece following a 117-112 loss in Game 1 on Tuesday. Golden State is 4-5 against the spread (ATS) in 9 postseason games.

The Lakers wasted a 14-point 1st quarter from superstar F LeBron James in Game 2. He ended with 23 points on 10-for-18 shooting. The Lakers are 5-3 ATS in their 8 postseason games and are 3-1 ATS at home, only failing to cover at home as 8.5-point favorites in a 108-102 play-in win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in the play-in tournament on April 11.

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Warriors at Lakers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:28 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Warriors +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Lakers -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Warriors +3.5 (-115) | Lakers -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Warriors at Lakers key injuries

Warriors

None

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (foot) probable
F LeBron James (foot) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Warriors at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 119, Warriors 111

Moneyline

AVOID.

The Warriors’ lackluster road play all throughout the regular season is cause for concern, and their +125 moneyline is bound to be a public darling.

The Lakers’ (-165) moneyline is too pricey.

Against the spread

BET LAKERS -3.5 (-105).

The Warriors have been bad on the road this season and were 2-2 ATS on the road in the 1st round. Golden State is a league-worst 13-31 ATS on the road this season, including the playoffs. It also has yet to cover back-to-back games in the postseason.

The Lakers have not suffered back-to-back ATS losses this postseason. They should have what it takes to bounce back Saturday — especially at home where they are 24-21 ATS.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 227.5 (-110).

The postseason totals for both teams are split down the middle, going a combined 9-9 O/U in their 18 postseason games. However, the season-long trends including the postseason point to the Over. Golden State is 49-39-3 O/U this season while LA is 48-43-0 O/U.

These teams also rank 2nd (Warriors) and 5th (Lakers) in pace in the postseason and 1st and 4th respectively in the regular season. They should push the ball and score effectively. Back the OVER 227.5 (-110).

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LA Lakers at Golden State Warriors Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s LA Lakers at Golden State Warriors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Golden State Warriors host the LA Lakers at the Chase Center Tuesday. Tip in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals is set for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Lakers vs. Warriors odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Warriors beat the Sacramento Kings in Game 7 on Sunday 120-110 and covered as a 1-point road underdog. Golden State was 3-4 against the spread (ATS) in the series and just 1-2 at home. It ended the regular season 39-41-2 ATS.

The Lakers took down the Memphis Grizzlies in 6 games as was 4-2 ATS in that series, but just 1-2 ATS on the road. It finished the season 40-41-1 ATS. LA is 5-6 ATS over its last 11 games.

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Lakers at Warriors odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:02 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Warriors -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers +4.5 (-110) | Warriors -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lakers at Warriors key injuries

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (foot) probable
F LeBron James (foot) probable

Warriors

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Lakers at Warriors picks and predictions

Prediction

Warriors 115, Lakers 108

Moneyline

PASS.

The Warriors were among the best home teams in the NBA this season, but to win outright at (-190), they have little value.

The Lakers could be worthy of a look on the moneyline at (+155), but given I prefer the Warriors’ home strength over their potentially tired legs, I’d ultimately look to the spread for value.

Against the spread

BET WARRIORS -4.5 (-110).

Golden State, postseason included, is 28-15-1 ATS at home, and despite going 1-2 ATS against Sacramento, it still has the best home-covering record in the NBA. It has had strength in numbers and should bounce back well against a familiar foe.

The Lakers, on the other hand, were just 20-23-1 ATS on the road. The Grizzlies didn’t play overly well for much of the series and scored under 105 in 3 of the 6 games. The Warriors have a more fluid offense that will put on display some of the Lakers’ defensive issues.

The Dubs should perform well at home and keep on rolling. Take WARRIORS -4.5 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 227.5 (-110).

The Warriors were 3-4 O/U in their 1st-round series while the Lakers were 2-4 O/U. There were only 16 playoff teams in the postseason, and the Warriors and Lakers both ranked outside the top half in effective field goal percentage after Round 1.

These teams didn’t shoot that well, and in a higher-intensity environment, expect a slower-paced game. Back the UNDER 227.5 (-110).

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Memphis Grizzlies at LA Lakers Game 3 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Memphis Grizzlies at Los Angeles Lakers Game 3 odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The LA Lakers host the Memphis Grizzlies at Crypto.com Arena Saturday. Tip in Game 3 of the Western Conference quarterfinals is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Grizzlies vs. Lakers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Lakers beat the Grizzles in Game 1 128-112, but they came out a bit flat in Game 2, losing 103-93.

LA will return home, and all it needs to do is handle business at Crypto.com Arena. Los Angeles was led by F LeBron James in Game 2. He scored a team-high 28 points and 12 boards.

The Grizzlies, who played Game 2 without star G Ja Morant, were led by an unlikely effort from F Xavier Tillman, who was 10-for-13 from the field and scored 22 points. Memphis had all 5 starters in double figures.

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Grizzlies at Lakers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Grizzlies +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Lakers -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies +4.5 (-115) | Lakers -4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Grizzlies at Lakers key injuries

Grizzlies

G Ja Morant (hand) questionable

Lakers

C Anthony Davis (foot) probable
F LeBron James (foot) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Grizzlies at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 121, Grizzlies 114

Moneyline

AVOID.

The Lakers should come out with some steam at home, and at (-190), I wouldn’t back them to win outright given the price tag.

The Grizzlies at (+155) will be a popular underdog as the No. 2 seed takes to the road, but the Lakers were 5-1 in their last 6 home games. I would pass there as well.

Against the spread

BET LAKERS -4.5 (-115).

The comments between F Dillon Brooks and James should light a fire under the future 1st-ballot Hall of Famer, and the Grizzlies got one of the best games of Tillman’s career, which is unlikely to be repeated.

Memphis was just 6-12 against the spread (ATS) as an underdog this season as well, so it hasn’t performed well when not considered the better side. The Lakers were 3-2 ATS over their last 5 regular-season home games.

Lastly, both games ended with the winning team being up double figures, so they haven’t ended up close down the stretch yet, making the spread easier to get behind than a juiced moneyline.

Considering both trends and the likelihood James dominates in LA, back the LAKERS -4.5 (-115).

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 221.5 (-115).

The Lakers are 9-2 O/U in their last 11 games and scored 128 on the Grizzlies in Game 1. They should bounce back offensively after scoring just 93 in Game 2.

The Grizzlies are 5-4 O/U in their last 9 games and ranked 8th in pace during the regular season. They play at a high tempo. Points should be scored in bunches given the pace (the Lakers sat 4th in pace during the regular season).

Take the OVER 221.5 (-115).

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Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Golden State Warriors (29-29) battle the Los Angeles Lakers (27-32) Thursday. Tip from crypto.com Arena is set for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Warriors vs. Lakers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Warriors and Lakers have played twice this season. Both times the Warriors were at home with a 1-1 straight-up record and 1-1 against-the-spread (ATS) record. The total is 1-1 O/U as well.

Golden State lost 134-124 to the Clippers on Feb. 14, failing to cover as an 8-point road underdog. The Dubs are 1-2-1 (2 ATS losses) in their last 4 and 26-30-2 ATS on the season.

The Lakers beat the Pelicans 120-102 on Feb. 15, covering as a 4.5-point home favorite. They are 2-1 ATS in their last 3 yet 2-5 ATS in their last 7. They are 27-31-1 ATS on the season.

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Warriors at Lakers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:53 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Warriors +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Lakers -220 (bet $220 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Warriors +5.5 (-105) | Lakers -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 238.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Warriors at Lakers key injuries

Warriors

G Stephen Curry (superior tib/fib) out
F Andrew Wiggins (personal) out

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (foot) probable
F LeBron James (foot) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Warriors at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 125, Warriors 117

Moneyline

AVOID.

Without Curry, the Warriors may struggle offensively. Against a team that made trade deadline deals to ensure a strong playoff push, pass on betting the moneyline underdog.

Against the spread

LEAN LAKERS -5.5 (-115).

The Warriors have played 10 road games without 2-time MVP Curry this season, and they have lost by 9 or more in 6 of those. The Lakers are also 2-1 ATS since the trade deadline and have a more athletic, offensively-gifted team with the addition of G D’Angelo Russell.

The Warriors rank 20th in defensive rating which could cause trouble for them. Golden State is also a league-worst 8-20 ATS on the road. Back the LAKERS -5.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET OVER 238.5 (-112).

The Warriors have a struggling defense, and even without Curry, have the offensive firepower to score at will. These teams also rank 1st and 2nd in pace, so this should be played at a hectic tempo.

The Warriors have gone Over in 6 of their last 7 games as well while the Lakers have topped the projected total in 5 of their last 10. The teams are a combined 66-48 O/U on the season.

Back the OVER 238.5 (-112).

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LA Lakers at Charlotte Hornets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s LA Lakers at Charlotte Hornets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Lakers (15-21) visit the Queen City on Monday to battle the Charlotte Hornets (10-27). Tip from the Spectrum Center is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Lakers vs. Hornets odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Lakers beat the Atlanta Hawks 130-121 on Friday, covering as 6-point road underdogs. LA is now 14-21-1 against the spread (ATS) this season. It is just 2-6 ATS over its last 8 games and 3-6-1 ATS in its last 10. The Lakers’ weakness has been on defense; they allow the 27th-most points per game in the NBA (117.7).

Charlotte is just 5-12 straight up at home and lost to the Brooklyn Nets at the Spectrum Center 123-106 on Saturday, failing to cover as 6-point home underdogs. The Hornets are 4-5-1 ATS in their last 10 games and 16-18-3 ATS on the season. Defense has also been their chief concern, sitting 28th in opponents’ points per game (118).

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Lakers at Hornets odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:41 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers -110 (bet $110 to win $110) | Hornets -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers -1.5 (-115) | Hornets +1.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 241.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Lakers at Hornets key injuries

Lakers

C Anthony Davis (foot) out
F LeBron James (ankle) probable
G Lonnie Walker IV (tailbone) questionable

H nickname only

G Kelly Oubre Jr. (hand) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Lakers at Hornets picks and predictions

Prediction

Hornets 125, Lakers 118

Moneyline

BET HORNETS (-110).

The Hornets are 3-7 since the return of G LaMelo Ball. He has scored at least 20 points in every game and has knocked down at least 4 threes in 5 of his last 6. The Hornets are 4-3-1 ATS in their last 8 games and are 1-1 straight up over their last 2 home games.

The Lakers are just 7-13 straight up on the road this season. They are also just 2-5 straight up over their last 7, so the loss of Davis has been detrimental to their success, especially defensively.

The Hornets rank 9th in offensive rebounding rate, so combining the 2nd-chance opportunities with the presence of their best playmaker and the lack of success for LA on the road, back the HORNETS (-110) here.

Against the spread

PASS.

I’d rather not worry about a 1.5-point spread when the moneyline represents similar value.

Over/Under

BET OVER 241.5 (-110).

The Lakers have gone Over in 6 of their last 7. They are 22-14 O/U on the season, and a good chunk of that has to deal with them sitting 2nd in the NBA in pace.

The Hornets, behind the young Ball, sit 8th and will want to push the tempo as well. They are 18-18-1 O/U and are 3-4 O/U in their last 7.

Charlotte won the last matchup between these two sides 134-130 on Dec. 23. Considering the pace and the recent offensive success for LA, back the OVER 241.5 (-110).

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Los Angeles Lakers at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Lakers (13-16) battle the Phoenix Suns (18-12) Monday. Tip from Footprint Center is set for 9 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Lakers vs. Suns odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Suns beat the New Orleans Pelicans 118-114 Saturday, covering as 3-point home favorites. That pushed their against-the-spread (ATS) record to 16-14. After failing to cover 5 games in a row, Phoenix has covered its last 2 outings. The Suns are 13-3 straight up at home and are strong on both sides of the court, ranking 10th in points per game (115.4) and 7th in opponents’ points per game (110.8).

The Lakers, who be without star F Anthony Davis for at least the next month, beat the Washington Wizards 119-117 Sunday but failed to cover as 3-point home favorites. The Lakers are now just 12-16-1 ATS this season and are 2-4-1 ATS over their last 7 games. LA’s strength is in its offense, ranking 8th in points per game (115.5).

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Lakers at Suns odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:42 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers +325 (bet $100 to win $325) | Suns -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers +9.5 (-110) | Suns -9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 231.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Lakers at Suns key injuries

Lakers

Not yet submitted

Suns

C Deandre Ayton (ankle) questionable
G Devin Booker (groin) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Lakers at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 119, Lakers 113

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value here, especially when considering the absence of Davis.

Against the spread

BET LAKERS +9.5 (-110).

The Lakers have actually played well lately and are 2-1-1 ATS over their last 4 games. No one can replace Davis, but C Thomas Bryant is hitting 42.9% of his attempts from deep and provides good scoring and defense.

Two key Suns showed up on the injury report as well. The Suns are just 2-5 ATS over their last 7 outings, and their scoring numbers are more impressive than they seem as Phoenix sits 15th in field goal percentage (47%) and 16th in opponents’ field goal percentage (46.9%).

F LeBron James is coming off a 33-point game for the Lakers, and if he’s playing at a high level, they should be able to keep things close.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 231.5 (-105).

The Lakers rank No. 2 in pace, and the absence of Davis arguably helps their cause. Bryant can space the floor, and with players like G Lonnie Walker IV and G Russell Westbrook, the Lakers want to play at a high tempo.

The Lakers have gone Over in 4 of their last 6 and in 7 of their last 10. They are 16-13 O/U this season. The Suns are 3-2 O/U over their last 5 and 6-4 O/U over their last 10.

Considering the Lakers’ style and the trends, back the OVER 231.5 (-105).

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