Tonight’s NBA face-off between the Warriors and the Lakers promises to be an edge-of-your-seat thriller. Despite losing Game 1, the Warriors enter as six-point favorites. We’ve seen Boston bounce back with a Game 2 victory, so the question on everyone’s mind is: can LA pull off the same feat and take a commanding series lead? They’ve got a fighting chance.

Let’s rewind a bit – the Lakers snagged the first game against Memphis away from home and have proven to be a formidable road team with their new roster. Although the Warriors hold home-court advantage, their 2-2 record in San Fran during the playoffs leaves room for LA to level the series.

In Game 1, the Warriors’ three-point game was on fire, sinking 21 of 53 attempts, while the Lakers struggled at 6 of 25. Keep an eye out for that gap to narrow tonight. Jordan Poole’s outstanding Game 1 performance may cool off, and LeBron, who only made 9 of 24 shots, could very well come back stronger.

Don’t let the Warriors’ reputation cloud your judgment – I’m telling you, the Lakers have a genuine shot at claiming Game 2. Their tenacious defense and adaptability on the road could give them the upper hand. Plus, they’ve learned the hard way not to underestimate a team that can nail those threes.

When it comes to betting, hindsight is 20/20 – you might be kicking yourself for not taking the Lakers at 22-1 odds pre-playoffs. But let’s stay in the moment. With the Warriors favored by six points, it’s alluring to bet on them, but don’t write off LA completely.

The NBA playoffs’ zigzag theory suggests a team that lost Game 1 will rally in Game 2. While it’s not a surefire guarantee, it’s worth considering. Case in point: the Celtics’ Game 2 triumph over the Sixers.

So, what’s the move for tonight? It’s doubtful the Warriors are headed for a 15-20 point loss, but the Lakers have a legitimate chance to even the series. Regardless of which side you’re betting on, this nail-biter is not to be missed!