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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 05/12

Date: 05/12/2023
Time: 10:00 PM
Venue: Crypto.com Arena
 

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to host the Golden State Warriors in an electrifying NBA playoff showdown. The Lakers, as the 3-point home favorite, are gearing up for a hard-fought contest. However, this isn’t about any disrespect to the Lakers, but a testament to the formidable Warriors. Throughout their run, Golden State has shown a remarkable ability to win on the road in the playoffs.

The Lakers, having displayed consistent performances throughout the postseason, are expected to hold their ground. It’s not so much a question of the LA’s ability, but the expectation of a defiant stand from Golden State.

A spotlight will be on LeBron James tonight. His playoff performances have been consistently good, hitting the 20+ point mark consistently. But tonight’s game could be the one where James further cements his legacy. Despite his already secure spot amongst the NBA greats, a standout performance against Golden State could silence any comparisons with Steph Curry.

On the other side, Curry isn’t likely to take a back seat, either. Anticipate Curry to take more than 25 shots in the game. The onus is on LeBron to match, if not exceed, Curry’s offensive output. This isn’t a game for LeBron to rely heavily on three-pointers but to step up in other ways, especially with Anthony Davis‘ health being uncertain.

Expect a monumental performance from LeBron James, aiming for more than 30 points to lead the Lakers to victory over the Warriors. This game promises high stakes and potential legacy-defining performances from the NBA’s top stars. The Lakers and Warriors are ready to put on a show that NBA fans won’t soon forget.

Betting Odds @ FanDuel

    Spread Total Moneyline
Golden State Warriors  Open -1.5   -110   O 223.5   -110   -120  
 Current +3   -110   219.5   -110   +128  
Los Angeles Lakers  Open +1.5   -110   U 223.5   -110   +102  
 Current -3   -110   219.5   -110   -152  

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. PG  Gary Payton II   4.6 Points, 3.1 Rebounds, 1.4 Assists

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. PG  Dennis Schrder   12.6 Points, 2.5 Rebounds, 4.5 Assists
6. SF  Lonnie Walker IV   11.7 Points, 1.9 Rebounds, 1.1 Assists

Last 5 Against The Spread:

Golden State Warriors

DATE OPP SPREAD TOTAL SCORE
Wed, May 10 LAL -8.0 223.0 121-106
Mon, May 08 LAL +2.5 228.0 104-101
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

Los Angeles Lakers

DATE OPP SPREAD TOTAL SCORE
Wed, May 10 GS +8.0 223.0 121-106
Mon, May 08 GS -2.5 228.0 104-101
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

Betting Insights:

Los Angeles Lakers

  • 5-0 (1.000) against the spread at home as a favorite in their last five games in the 2022/2023 playoffs
  • 5-0 (1.000) at home as a favorite in their last five games in the 2022/2023 playoffs

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
  • 3-20 (.130) on the road as an underdog in 2022/2023

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