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Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Phoenix Suns (31-36) and Los Angeles Lakers (40-25) meet Sunday at crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Suns vs. Lakers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Suns lead 2-1, winning both games in Phoenix (127-120 and 109-105) and losing in L.A. (123-116)

The Suns ended a 2-game skid on Friday with a 122-106 win over the Sacramento Kings, covering as a 2-point home favorite as the Under (231) hit. G Devin Booker had 22 points and 13 assists and F Kevin Durant also scored 22 points in the victory.

The Lakers’ losing streak hit 4 games on Friday with a 131-126 setback to the Denver Nuggets, but covering as a 15-point road underdog as the Over (229) cashed. G Austin Reaves scored a game-high 37 points, and had 13 assists, 8 rebounds, and 4 steals. G Dalton Knecht also had a strong night, finishing with 32 points.

Suns 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 6:32 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Suns +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Lakers -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Suns +3.5 (-110) | Lakers -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Suns at Lakers key injuries

Suns

G Grayson Allen (foot) out
C Nick Richards (ankle) probable

Lakers

G LeBron James (leg) out
G Luka Doncic (ankle) probable
G Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) questionable
C Jaxson Hayes (knee) probable
F Rui Hachimura (knee) out
G Dalton Knecht (back) probable
G Gabe Vincent (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Suns at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 120, Lakers 105

Moneyline

BET SUNS (+135).

The Suns are a solid value play as underdogs against a Lakers squad missing James and Hachimura. Phoenix’s big 3—Durant, Booker, and G Bradley Beal—are clicking at the right time, keeping their play-in hopes alive. The trio combined for 72 points in their last meeting with Los Angeles on Nov. 26, and the Suns have taken 4 of the last 5 meetings. The Sun have also covered in 5 of their last 6 games, while the Lakers sit comfortably in a guaranteed playoff spot.

Against the spread

PASS.

I’ll keep my wager to the moneyline with those plus odds but, if you feel more comfortable taking the points, that’s understandable.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 229.5 (-105).

The Under has hit in 5 of the last 6 games between these teams. Phoenix is on a streak of 3 straight Unders, while Los Angeles has stayed Under in 6 of its last 10 contests. The Lakers’ offense hasn’t been explosive lately, putting up 111 or fewer points in 8 of their last 10 games.

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Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Los Angeles Lakers (1-0) welcome the Phoenix Suns (1-0) to Crypto.com Arena Friday. Tip-off is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Suns vs. Lakers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; L.A. won 3-2 last season

The Lakers, who went 2-4 straight up and against the spread (ATS) in the preseason, beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 110-103 to kick off the NBA season Tuesday. They covered as 1-point home favorites. C Anthony Davis led the way with 36 points and shot 11 of 23 from the field for the Lakers. Los Angeles shot just 5 of 30 from deep.

The Suns went 3-2 straight up and ATS in the preseason, including 1-1 straight up and ATS against the Lakers. Phoenix opened its season with a 116-113 OT win at the LA Clippers Wednesday, closing as a 5-point favorite. Phoenix was led by F Kevin Durant and G Bradley Beal, who combined for 49 points Wednesday.

Suns at Lakers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 8:32 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Suns +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Lakers -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread: Suns +2.5 (-115) | Lakers -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Suns at Lakers key injuries

Suns

G Grayson Allen (Achilles) probable
G Bradley Beal (shoulder) probable
F Josh Okogie (hamstring) out

Lakers

F Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) out
C Christian Wood (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Suns at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 119, Lakers 115

Moneyline

BET SUNS (+105).

The Suns may finally be putting it together, a year after the superteam was assembled. The star power is there, and even G Devin Booker was 4 of 5 from deep Wednesday. They should be able to be more efficient than the Wolves were against the Lakers in the opener, shooting just 41% from the field and 32% from deep.

The Suns eclipsed both those Wednesday. The Lakers have a competent offense but won’t be able to miss 25 threes and come out with a 7-point victory. Expect this to be a tougher matchup and the Suns’ offensive firepower to shine. Take SUNS (+105).

Against the spread

PASS.

While the spread is enticing, the odds seem better on the moneyline, especially for the plus-money value the Suns have. Even if one is considering the Lakers, the moneyline is the better play.

Over/Under

BET OVER 225.5 (-105).

While the Lakers managed just 5 triples Tuesday, there was no lack of effort, and they should continue to hoist up shots from deep. L.A. ended with 95 field-goal attempts and just 7 turnovers. It should be able to push the play and continue playing efficient offense.

The shots should have a better chance of falling. The Suns, on their end, had 22 turnovers and should be able to clean that up as well. Expect both teams to showcase their offense, and take OVER 225.5 (-105).

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Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Phoenix Suns (1-0) and Los Angeles Lakers (0-1) meet Thursday at Crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Suns vs. Lakers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting of 2023; split last season’s series 2-2

The Suns head to Los Angeles in a bad way. The good news is that Phoenix opened at Golden State with a 108-104 win as a 3-point underdog as the Under (235.5) cashed Tuesday, but it cost them dearly. G Devin Booker went for 32 points, but he is listed as doubtful for Thursday’s game due to a sore foot. G Bradley Beal (back), who missed the opener, is also doubtful.

The Lakers were on the short end of a 119-107 loss against the Nuggets in Denver as 5-point underdogs as the Under (229.5) connected Tuesday. F Jarred Vanderbilt (heel) will miss Thursday’s game.

Suns 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 8:53 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Suns +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Lakers -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Suns +5.5 (-110) | Lakers -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Suns at Lakers key injuries

Suns

G Bradley Beal (back) doubtful
G Devin Booker (foot) doubtful
G Damion Lee (knee) out

Lakers

F Jarred Vanderbilt (heel) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Suns at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 114, Suns 104

Moneyline

The Lakers (-225) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s pretty expensive, even if the Suns (+180) are playing shorthanded without its 2 starting backcourt All-Stars.

PASS, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

The LAKERS -5.5 (-110) are the play at home. The stars will be out, the Lakers made it out of the Denver game in relatively healthy shape, and they’ll be able to bounce back and level their record against the banged up Suns.

Yes, the Suns +5.5 (-110) still have F Kevin Durant, C Jusuf Nurkic, F Josh Okogie, etc., but Booker accounted for 32 points in the opening game, and he was the most dynamic player on the court. Without him, Phoenix is going to be in a bad way.

Over/Under

UNDER 223.5 (-110) is the lean, especially with Booker missing for the Suns. He accounted for nearly 30% of the team’s offensive production. With the entire backcourt out, and either G Jordan Goodwin or F Eric Gordon sliding into the starting lineup, that’s not good for the offense. Gordon was 4-for-16 shooting off the bench in his team debut Tuesday.

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Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

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

The Phoenix Suns (45-35) and Los Angeles Lakers (41-39) meet Friday at Crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Suns vs. Lakers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Suns failed to cover as 13-point home favorites Thursday in a 119-115 win vs. the Denver Nuggets. Phoenix won its 7th straight and is 3 games ahead of the Los Angeles Clippers and Golden State Warriors for the 4th seed in the Western Conference.

The Lakers failed to cover as 1-point favorites Wednesday in a 125-118 loss at the Clippers. The Lakers are 7th in the West and own the tiebreaker over the Pelicans, who have the same record. The Lakers are 1 game behind the Clippers and Warriors.

The Suns lead this season’s series 2-1 straight up and against the spread, while the Over has hit in 2 of the 3 meetings. The Lakers covered as 1.5-point home favorites with a 122-111 win as the Over (227.5) cashed in the most-recent meeting March 22. The Suns have ruled out G Devin Booker, F Kevin Durant, G Chris Paul and C Deandre Ayton.

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Suns 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 3 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Suns +575 (bet $100 to win $575) | Lakers -900 (bet $900 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Suns +13.5 (-115) | Lakers -13.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Suns at Lakers key injuries

Suns

C Deandre Ayton (rest) out
G Devin Booker (rest) out
F Kevin Durant (rest) out
G Chris Paul (rest) out

Lakers

C Anthony Davis (foot) questionable
F LeBron James (foot) questionable
G D’Angelo Russell (foot) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Suns at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 123, Suns 108

Moneyline

PASS.

The Lakers (-900) should bounce back after losing last time out, but there is no need to pay the higher price on the moneyline when Los Angeles should win by margin. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET LAKERS -13.5 (-105).

The Suns don’t have much to play for in the regular season anymore since they’re 3 games behind the Sacramento Kings for the 3rd seed and have a comfortable lead over the Clippers and Warriors. The Lakers are still fighting to get out of the play-in tournament and should bounce back after losing to the Clippers for the 11th straight time. The Lakers are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games after a loss and should be able to take advantage of a Suns team resting its starters.

Over/Under

BET OVER 224.5 (-110).

The Over is 6-0 in Phoenix’s last 6 games after failing to cover in its previous contest and 6-1-1 in its last 8 on the road.

The Over has hit in 6 straight games for the Lakers and should cash again Friday. The total only dropped 2 points after the Suns’ starters were ruled out.

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Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

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

The Phoenix Suns (38-33) visit the Los Angeles Lakers (35-37) Wednesday. Tip from Crypto.com Arena is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Suns vs. Lakers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Phoenix fell 124-120 on the road against the Oklahoma City Thunder Sunday as a 1.5-point underdog. It has now lost 4 of its last 5 games and has failed to cover in 5 straight but is 5-5 straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) in its last 10 games. The Suns are 37-33-1 ATS on the season.

Los Angeles beat the Orlando Magic 111-105 on Sunday but failed to cover as a 6.5-point home favorite. The loss snapped a 2-game losing streak. LA is 6-4 SU and 5-5 ATS in its last 10 games. The Lakers are 34-37-1 ATS this year.

Phoenix has won both matchups this season. Phoenix won 115-105 to cover as a 9.5-point home favorite on Nov. 22 and won 130-104 as an 11.5-point favorite on Dec. 19.

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Suns 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 11:07 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Suns -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Lakers -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Suns -1.5 (-105) | Lakers +1.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Suns at Lakers key injuries

Suns

C Deandre Ayton (hip) out
F Kevin Durant (ankle) out

Lakers

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

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Suns at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 113, Lakers 107

Moneyline

PASS.

The Suns (-115) should be able to cover the short spread in this game so take the better value there and pass on the moneyline.

Against the spread

LEAN SUNS -1.5 (-105).

The Suns are 4-0 ATS in their 4 meetings against the Lakers in Los Angeles and 8-1 ATS in their last 9 meetings overall.

While they appear to have hit a cold streak recently, the Suns are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 road games and still allow the 4th fewest points per game (111.6) and have the 6th best opponents’ field-goal percentage (46.6). The Lakers have struggled at home recently, going 0-3 SU and 1-2 ATS in their last 3 home games and there is a solid case to be made for backing the SUNS -1.5 (-105).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 229.5 (-112).

The Under is 9-1 in the Lakers’ last 10 home games, 7-1 in their last 8 home games against a team with a losing road record, 6-1-1 in their last 8 games following an outright win and 6-1 in their last 7 Wednesday games. They have also hit the Under in 3 straight outings.

The Under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings between these 2 franchises in Los Angeles and 8-3-1 in their last 12 meetings overall.

With top stars sidelined on both sides, each offense will not flow the same as usual which will aid the Under in this matchup.

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Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and prediction

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

The Phoenix Suns (24-5) are on the road for one quick game against the Los Angeles Lakers (16-15). Tip-off is 10 p.m. ET at Staples Center. Below, we look at the Suns vs. Lakers odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Suns have won three games in a row and five of their last six and got G Devin Booker back from a hamstring injury in their 137-106 win over the Charlotte Hornets Sunday night. They beat the Lakers on the road already this season, 115-105, in their second game of the year.

The Lakers have lost two in a row and must deal with the absence of F Anthony Davis, who will be out several weeks with a sprained knee. Before their two straight losses, they had won six of their previous eight games.

Suns at Lakers odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:30 p.m. ET.

Money line: Suns -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Lakers +230 (bet $100 to win $230)
Against the spread (ATS): Suns -6.5 (-115) | Lakers +6.5 (-107)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Suns at Lakers key injuries

Suns

C Frank Kaminsky (knee) out
F Abdel Nader (knee) out
F Dario Saric (knee) out

Lakers

F Trevor Ariza (ankle) probable
F Kent Bazemore (health and safety protocols) out
G Avery Bradley (health and safety protocols) out
F Anthony Davis (knee) out
G Talen Horton-Tucker (health and safety protocols) out
C Dwight Howard (health and safety protocols) out
F Lebron James (abdomen) probable
G Malik Monk (health and safety protocols) out
G Austin Reaves (health and safety protocols) out

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Suns at Lakers odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 124, Lakers 105

Money line

PASS on the money line. The Suns are rolling and are just too expensive to bet here in the regular season.

The Lakers are absolutely decimated by a COVID-19 outbreak and now the injury to Davis, who is the one player they can’t afford to lose.

The Suns are at full strength. The Lakers are far from it and not nearly as good this year as the Suns.

Against the spread

Relative to their overall record, the Suns have not done well against the spread at 16-13 ATS overall, but they have covered the spread in their last three games. Five of their last seven wins have been by at least eight points.

The Lakers are tied for the worst record against the spread this season at 12-19 ATS. They are 6-11 ATS at home.

It is going to be hard for them to keep up with a healthy Suns team that is playing some of the best basketball in the entire league.

Take the SUNS -6.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The last three games for the Suns have gone Over the projected total.

The Lakers’ last game hit the Over but their previous six stayed Under the projected total.

However, I think the Suns will roll offensively. They will clear 120, and that means the Lakers will barely have to hit 100 to go over.

Take OVER 223.5 (-115).

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Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and prediction

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

The Phoenix Suns (0-1) seek their first win of the season Friday on the road against the winless Los Angeles Lakers (0-1). Tip-off is set for 10 p.m. ET at Staples Center. Below, we look at the Suns vs. Lakers odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Suns kicked off the season Wednesday with a 110-98 home loss to the Denver Nuggets. Phoenix held a 16-point lead late in the second quarter they scored only 40 points in the second half. Guard Devin Booker struggled as he shot 3-for-15 from the floor for just 12 points.

The Lakers also lost their season opener at home as they fell 121-114 to the Golden State Warriors. Warriors G Stephen Curry had a triple-double against them and five other Warriors scored in double digits. The Lakers had a huge game from F LeBron James, who scored 34 and had a triple-double of his own, and F Anthony Davis, who added 33 points and 11 boards, but no one else scored more than 8 points.

Suns at Lakers odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:20 a.m. ET.

Money line: Suns -108 (bet $108 to win $100) | Lakers -112 (bet $112 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Suns +1.5 (-122) | Lakers -1.5 (-102)
Over/Under (O/U): 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Suns at Lakers key injuries

Suns

G Landry Shamet (foot) probable

Lakers

F Trevor Ariza (foot) out
SG Wayne Ellington (hamstring) out
PG Kendrick Nunn (knee) out

Suns at Lakers odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 115, Lakers 111

Money line

The Suns had an awful game from Booker and no one scored more than 16 points in their season-opening loss to the Nuggets. He will have a bounce-back game and that will make all the difference. Phoenix had the league’s best road record last season at 30-17, including the playoffs.

The Lakers are a tough matchup in the frontcourt with James and Davis, and the addition of G Russell Westbrook – who only had eight points in his Lakers debut – can cancel out Suns G Chris Paul in terms of production, but they don’t have someone to stop Booker.

Take the SUNS (-108).

Against the spread

It is hard to see either one of these conference favorites to start the season 0-2, but the Lakers have a lot of new faces to find a rhythm with. The Suns are largely the same team, although they added Shamet and former Lakers C JaVale McGee.

Phoenix had the league’s second-best cover percentage last season at 59.1%, while the Lakers had the third-worst at 43.6%, including the playoffs.

Take the SUNS +1.5 (-122).

Over/Under

The Suns’ Over percentage a season ago was 55.4%, the fourth-highest in the league, while the Lakers had the lowest at 39.5%, including the playoffs. However, the projected total tonight is too low.

The Lakers’ season opener had a total of 235 and the Suns’ opener was 208 – but the Suns only shot 41% from the field. That will not be the norm for this team.

Take OVER 220.5 (-110).

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Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Tuesday’s Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Phoenix Suns (22-11) wrap up their three-game road trip Tuesday night with a game against the Los Angeles Lakers (24-11). Tip-off is at 10:05 p.m. ET at Staples Center. Below, we analyze the Suns-Lakers odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

Suns at Lakers: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:15 a.m. ET.

Money line: Suns +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Lakers -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Suns +1 (-110) | Lakers -1 (-110)
Over/Under: 213.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Suns at Lakers: Key injuries

Suns

PF Dario Saric (ankle) questionable

Lakers

PF Anthony Davis (calf) out
SF LeBron James (ankle) probable
C Damian Jones (back) questionable
PF Kyle Kuzma (heel) probable

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Suns at Lakers: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Suns 106, Lakers 102

Money line (ML)

The Suns have won 11 of their last 13 games overall and four in a row on the road. The Lakers have won two in a row, both at home, after a four-game losing skid.

Only three teams in the league have more road wins this season than the Suns’ 11. Take the SUNS (+100).

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Suns have the second-highest cover percentage in the league at 66.7% and still have not failed to cover in a win. They have covered the spread in all of their wins and have not covered the spread in their losses.

The Lakers are 16-19 ATS on the season and 7-11 ATS at home. Without Davis they are just a decent team. Phoenix has been one of the league’s best teams. Take the SUNS +1 (-110).

Over/Under (O/U)

Phoenix has allowed 100 or fewer points in four of its last five games. The Lakers have scored 102 or fewer points in four of their last six.

Both of the Suns’ other games on this road trip played to the Under and the Lakers’ last three have gone Under. The Lakers share the lowest Over percentage in the league at 34.3%.

Take UNDER 213.5 (-110).

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