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Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Picks and Betting Preview

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Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Picks and Betting Preview for NBA Basketball Game on 05/08

Date: 05/08/2023
Time: 10:00 PM
Venue: Crypto.com Arena
 

The NBA world is buzzing about the epic clash between the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors, featuring unstoppable forces such as Steph Curry and Klay Thompson. While the majority of bettors are backing the Warriors, there’s still a case to be made for the Lakers, who boast the likes of LeBron James and Anthony Davis. 

Betting Odds @ FanDuel

    Spread Total Moneyline
Golden State Warriors  Open +3.5   -110   O 228.5   -110   +136  
 Current +2.5   -114   228   -110   +120  
Los Angeles Lakers  Open -3.5   -110   U 228.5   -110   -162  
 Current -2.5   -108   228   -110   -142  

Betting Angle: Backing the Lakers at -2.5

The Lakers have the talent, and with their recent success against the Warriors, it’s worth considering taking them at -2.5. While most bettors are leaning toward the Warriors, there is a case to be made for the Lakers, especially considering their strong performance at home during the playoffs.

Projected Lineups:

Golden State Warriors

1. PG  Stephen Curry   29.4 Points, 6.1 Rebounds, 6.3 Assists
2. SG  Klay Thompson   21.9 Points, 4.1 Rebounds, 2.4 Assists
3. PF  Draymond Green   8.5 Points, 7.2 Rebounds, 6.8 Assists
4. SF  Andrew Wiggins   17.1 Points, 5.0 Rebounds, 2.3 Assists
5. PG  Jordan Poole   20.4 Points, 2.7 Rebounds, 4.5 Assists
6. C  Kevon Looney   7.0 Points, 9.3 Rebounds, 2.5 Assists

Warriors’ Offensive Firepower: Curry and Thompson

There’s no denying the lethal combination of Curry and Thompson, who have become an offensive powerhouse for the Warriors. With their sharpshooting skills and ability to score at will, it’s no wonder many bettors are placing their faith in the Warriors to emerge victorious in this matchup.

Los Angeles Lakers

1. C  Anthony Davis   25.9 Points, 12.5 Rebounds, 2.6 Assists
2. SF  LeBron James   28.9 Points, 8.3 Rebounds, 6.8 Assists
3. PG  DAngelo Russell   17.8 Points, 3.0 Rebounds, 6.2 Assists
4. SG  Austin Reaves   13.0 Points, 3.0 Rebounds, 3.4 Assists
5. SF  Jarred Vanderbilt   7.9 Points, 7.5 Rebounds, 2.4 Assists
6. PG  Dennis Schroder   12.6 Points, 2.5 Rebounds, 4.5 Assists

Lakers’ Counterattack: LeBron, Anthony Davis, and D-Lo

Despite the Warriors’ impressive lineup, the Lakers have their own set of weapons in LeBron James and Anthony Davis. The dynamic duo has the potential to change the game’s outcome, and with D’Angelo Russell contributing 17-20 points per game, they’re playing better than ever. In fact, the Lakers recently handed the Warriors a resounding defeat, leading some to believe they may be underestimated in tonight’s matchup.

Last 5 Against The Spread:

Golden State Warriors

DATE OPP SPREAD TOTAL SCORE
Sat, May 06 LAL +3.0 229.0 127-97
Thu, May 04 LAL -7.0 226.5 127-100
Tue, May 02 LAL -4.5 227.0 117-112
Sun, Apr 30 SAC +1.5 229.0 120-100
Fri, Apr 28 SAC -7.0 236.5 118-99

 

Los Angeles Lakers

DATE OPP SPREAD TOTAL SCORE
Sat, May 06 GS -3.0 229.0 127-97
Thu, May 04 GS +7.0 226.5 127-100
Tue, May 02 GS +4.5 227.0 117-112
Fri, Apr 28 MEM -5.0 220.0 125-85
Wed, Apr 26 MEM +4.5 222.0 116-99

Betting Insights:

Los Angeles Lakers

  • 4-1 (.800) against the spread at home as a favorite in their last five games across the regular season and playoffs in 2022/2023
  • 5-0 (1.000) at home as a favorite in their last five games across the regular season and playoffs in 2022/2023

Golden State Warriors

  • 1-4 (.200) against the spread on the road as an underdog in their last five games across the regular season and playoffs in 2022/2023
  • 3-19 (.136) on the road as an underdog in 2022/2023

Embrace the Unofficial Underdog in Lakers vs. Warriors

In the highly anticipated Lakers vs. Warriors showdown, it may be time to embrace the people’s underdog and back the Lakers. Sure, LA is favored, but with the majority of bets being played on G-State, the home team has become the unofficial dog. With a strong lineup featuring LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and De Lo, as well as their recent success against the Warriors, the Lakers could prove to be the better bet in this epic NBA matchup.

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