The Los Angeles Lakers (36-9) visit the Philadelphia 76ers (29-17) at the Wells Fargo Center Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ET. We analyze the Lakers-76ers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.
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Lakers at 76ers: Key injuries
Lakers
- PG Rajon Rondo (finger) probable
- C JaVale McGee (flu) questionable
- PF DeMarcus Cousins (knee) out
- PF Anthony Davis (Gluteus) questionable
- SF Kyle Kuzma (ankle) probable
76ers
- C Joel Embiid (finger) out
- SG Josh Richardson (hamstring) out
Lakers at 76ers: Odds, lines, picks, and betting tips
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Prediction
76ers 111, Lakers 110
Moneyline (ML)
The 76ERS (+155) are moneyline underdogs, which is surprising considering they’re a stunning 20-2 at home this season. While they will be without All-Star C Joel Embiid, look for the 76ers to win this game as they have won six in a row at the Wells Fargo Center. Considering the value, it’s hard not to pick the 76ers here.
Line/Against the Spread (ATS)
If taking the 76ers moneyline is too risky for you, consider betting with them on the spread at +4.5 (–106). Philadelphia has done well against the spread at home this season, covering in 12 of 22 games. Despite having some injuries, they should be able to keep this game close – they have the No. 2 ranked scoring defense in the NBA. Look for the 76ERS (+4.5) to cover.
Over/Under (O/U)
The total for this primetime matchup is 218.5. That feels just about right considering how great each team has been on the defensive side of the ball this season. Both teams are allowing under 106 points per game despite each side facing injuries at the center position. However, look for this game to just hit the OVER (-106) as Embiid and potentially LA’s Anthony Davis miss this contest.
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