Portland Trail Blazers vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Picks & Predictions
This Sunday marks the third week in the 2023-24 NBA season, concluding with a Western Conference showdown between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Los Angeles Lakers at
Game outlook
This Sunday marks the third week in the 2023-24 NBA season, concluding with a Western Conference showdown between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The two teams battled four times last season, each winning one away game with each team also going 1-1 straight up and against the spread. With Los Angeles the betting favorite opening at -10 and the line not moving, the game is sure to produce an exciting finish.
Game Info
When: Sunday, 11/12/2023 @ 10:00pm EST
Where: Crypto.com Arena Stadium Trail Blazers vs Lakers Betting Odds Moneyline: Trail Blazers +370 | Lakers -460
Spread: Trail Blazers +10 (-110) | Lakers -10 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 221.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 82%.
Portland Trail Blazers
During their last game, the Portland Trail Blazers lost in overtime to the Sacramento Kings 121-118. After Jerami Grant scored 38 points for the Trail Blazers, Portland put up a fight but ultimately did not have enough to win. With many injured players, including Robert Williams III out for the season, and Malcolm Brogdon questionable to play, the Blazers currently own the lowest offensive rating in the NBA and are struggling offensively.
Los Angeles Lakers Analysis
The Los Angeles Lakers recently ended their three-game losing streak with a 122-119 win over the Phoenix Suns. Led by LeBron James with 32 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists, the Lakers overcame a deficit and outscored the Suns 33-23 in the fourth quarter. The team is averaging 108.2 points per 100 possessions (ranked 26th in the NBA). Their field goals are making 56.2% (tied 6th best) and their 3-pointers are making 31.1% (ranked 28th). Their overall record stands at 4-5 (3-6 ATS) and they are ranked #23 for offense (averaging 109.00 points) and #22 for defense (averaging 116.25 points). Their shooting percentages for field goals, free throws, and 3-pointers are 47.10%, 76.53%, and 29.63%, respectively. They also average 42.75 rebounds, 24.38 offensive assists, and 15 turnovers per game. On defense, they allow an average of 47.07%, 73.42%, 37.19%, and 47.50 defensive rebounds per game, as well as 26.25 defensive assists and 13.50 turnovers.