On opening night of the NBA’s 2021-22 season, the Warriors will play the Lakers on Tuesday, Oct. 19, and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck!
We’ll give you the latest point spread, moneyline odds and over-under number, as well as the information you’ll need to make the smartest bet on Tipico Sportsbook.
The game tips off at 7 p.m. PT and can be seen on TNT. For everything else you need to know about the contest, including lineups and injury reports, click here.
After meeting in the opening Western Conference postseason play-in game last season, the Lakers and Warriors will feature different lineups in the 2021-22 regular-season rematch.
While the main characters like Steph Curry, LeBron James and Draymond Green will play significant roles, Tuesday’s contest will welcome the debuts of veterans Russell Westbrook, Carmelo Anthony, Otto Porter Jr. and more to the budding rivalry.
The Warriors are riding a clean sweep of the preseason, with two wins coming against the Lakers. Yet, the regular-season opener will bring a little more added juice for both teams.
Warriors at Lakers notable injuries:
- Klay Thompson – Out – (Right Achilles)
- Jonathan Kuminga – Out – (Right Knee)
- James Wiseman – Out – (Right Knee)
- Talen Horton-Tucker – Out – (Right Thumb)
The lines, courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook:
Point spread: Warriors (+3.5) / Lakers (-3.5)
Money line: Warriors (+130) / Lakers (-160)
Over-under: 225.5
Best Bet: While both teams landed in the top-five in defensive rating last season, the Warriors and Lakers made several additions that benefit their teams on the offensive side of the floor.
With both teams likely being a little undisciplined on defense in the first game of the season paired with the excitement around the regular-season opener, the Warriors and Lakers could combine for a back-and-forth offensive battle filled with fireworks. Over 225.5 is standing out on the ticket. Lock it up.
Prediction: 117-111 Lakers
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