NBA : Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers Odds & Prediction

Game Info: November 23, 2024 10:30PM EST @ Crypto.com Arena

The Denver team has been able to endure even after a series of defeats that were close in scoring. They have proven their offensive prowess and the ability of all stars to deliver. In the same manner, the Lakers’ are coming from a close loss and are eager to turn things back, pushing their deep in-form squad to win at home. These two sides appear equally determined to register a win, and further, this Particular duel makes a difference in the way each team plays and brings out the rivalry in center basketball making it more exciting.

Betting Odds and Info

These are the latest odds as of writing:

Moneyline: Nuggets 2.54 , Lakers 1.55

Spread: Nuggets -4 , Lakers +4

Over/Under: 227.5

Team Recent Performance

Denver Nuggets

The group was defeated by Dallas on November 23, in the score of 120-123 and they did not cover the -4.5 spread with the total going over 229.5. The rivals played against Memphis on November 20 winning that road game 122-110 while being +6 underdogs and the total clearing 224. Nonetheless, On November 18, they lost to Memphis 90-105 not covering the +6 spread as the total went under 228.5. On November 16 the team was defeated by New Orleans 94-101; they failed to cover the -2 spread and the total points were under 217.5. Earlier on November 11, they narrowly won against Dallas 122-120 albeit not covering the -2 spread while the total went over 233.

Los Angeles Lakers

The latest activities of the team include a close loss to the team from Orlando on November 22, 118-119, where the team bulged above the total of -5 but below on the total of 216. On November 20, they recorded a 124-118 success against Utah but did not manage to beat the points handicap of -10.5, going over total 233.5. On November 17, they beat New Orleans 104-99 although they did not make the spread of -8; the total was below 220.5. The match against San Antonio on November 16 ended with a 120-115 win in favor of the opponents, which covered the -2.5 spread and the over 228 was scored. Lastly, they managed to defeat Memphis with the score of 128-123 on November 14 but failed to cover the -7.5 spread with the total going above 233.

Team Head-to-Head Matchup

Generally, the Denver Nuggets (9-1) have an upper hand in head-to-head games against the Los Angeles Lakers (1-9), which includes a 7-3 ATS historical performance against the Lakers’ 3-7. The Nuggets are ranked sharply higher in scoring average at 113.20 compared to the Lakers who average 107.80, though do fall behind the latter in halftime offense 58.30 versus 54.40. Denver surpasses Los Angeles very slightly in shooting percentage 48.95 against 48.20 although they have been able to pull down more boards at 44.80 to 40.00. From a distance, it is Denver that has more success 121 for 338 as opposed to the Lakers who are 92 for 282. On defense, both teams also average similar by getting 6.00 steals per game, which shows that both are equally active in defense.

Team Injuries

Denver Nuggets

Aaron Gordon (PF, calf) is out indefinitely. Vlatko Cancar (SF, knee) is also sidelined indefinitely. Additionally, DaRon Holmes II (PF, Achilles) is out for the season.

Los Angeles Lakers

Anthony Davis (PF, ankle) is all set to take part in the match. Christian Wood (PF, knee), Jaxson Hayes (C, ankle), and Jarred Vanderbilt (SF, foot) injuries have put them on the list of players out indefinitely. Now it has been upgraded to Rui Hachimura (PF, ankle) injury from out to probable status. Jalen Hood-Schifino (SG, hamstring) also returns and is listed as probable. On the other hand, Quincy Olivari (PG, ankle) will not be available for the encounter.

SPORTBOOK.AG’s Prediction

The Los Angeles Lakers will win but the Denver Nuggets cover the spread with the total over 227.5.

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