Lakers vs. Trail Blazers Betting Odds & Picks Analysis

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Lakers’ Short Home Line Against Portland Raises Red Flags

The Lakers are laying only two to 2.5 points at home against the Portland Trail Blazers, a line that looks like a potential trap. Portland has a chance to be a very good team, particularly if John Morant plays well with Damian Lillard.

The Lakers have played well through their first couple of games, while Lucas is averaging more than 34 points after scoring 50 the other day. Despite that form, the matchup is priced close to a pick’em, seemingly inviting bettors to back Los Angeles.

Some highly public teams are difficult to bet because the value rarely seems to be there. The Cowboys, Notre Dame, Lakers and, to some extent, the Yankees all fall into that category. Even when the line looks attractive, the Lakers are an easy pass.

The game’s over-under is set at 233.5.