Expert prediction
San Antonio Spurs vs. LA Lakers Preview, Odds, Prediction (Mar 17)
Pick rationale
Analysis & key factors
- Spurs vs. Lakers game won’t feature LeBron, Wembanyama, and Fox.
- Spurs are without De’Aaron Fox until the rest of the year after Wemby had to sit out.
- LeBron is still injured and won’t play against San Antonio.
This is a very important game for the Lakers who have a chance to get back in the race for the second seed in the West NBA standings. As for the Spurs, their season is sacrificed, with them playing honorably until the end.
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When, Where & How to Watch
- When: Monday, March 17, 9:30
- Where: crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California
- How to Watch: Spectrum Sports Net+
NBA Odds
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spurs | +320 | +8.5 | 228.5 |
| Lakers | -425 | -8.5 | 228.5 |
Game Preview
After losing Victor Wembanyama for the rest of the season, the Spurs decided to send De’Aaron Fox to a pinkie surgery, which would force him to sit out until the end of the campaign.
San Antonio won two of the past three games, with the previous one being at home vs. the New Orleans Pelicans, 119-115. Devin Vassell scored 22 points, while Harrison Barnes had 19.
LA Lakers beat the Suns, and there was a noticeable difference in their performance last night and those on the road. The final result was 107-96, with the LAL playing exceptional defense.
Luka Doncic returned with 33 buckets, 11 boards and 8 assists. Austin Reaves had 28 points and six assists and was a menace to the Suns’ defense.
Spurs vs. Lakers Betting Trends
- Total went OVER in 8 of the last 9 NBA games Spurs played.
- San Antonio Spurs are 1-7 ATS on the road.
- Total has gone UNDER in 10 of the Lakers’ last 14 matches.
- Lakers are 6-0 ATS at home.
Spurs vs. Lakers Head to Head
The Lakers lead the season series, 2-1.
Spurs vs. Lakers Predictions
San Antonio plays relatively fast basketball and is trying to compete with its rivals. However, against the Lakers, it has no hope, and we believe the hosts will cover the 8.5-point spread.
- Free NBA picks: Lakers -8.5
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