The Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers are set to go head-to-head at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday night. That’s a must-watch game in the making. Here’s what you need to know before tip-off: key player stats, trends and our expert’s pick.
Golden State Warriors Betting Preview
The Warriors have been absolutely on fire lately. They’ve won 12 of their last 15 games—and that fifth seed in the Western Conference is all but locked up. Stephen Curry is the driving force behind that offense—averaging 24 points and 6 assists per game. Jimmy Butler (17.1 points and 6.3 assists) and Jonathan Kuminga round out the Warriors’ double-digit scorers.
Defensively, the Warriors give up 110.9 points per game on 46.5% shooting. That’s not ideal. But they do show some weakness from three—36.4% shooting from deep is a vulnerability they’ll need to address. On the boards, they’re strong—pulling down 45.6 rebounds per game.
Key Stats:
- Points per game: 113.7
- Field goal percentage: 45%
- Three-point shooting: 36.2%
- Free-throw shooting: 75.9%
Upcoming Schedule: Nuggets, Rockets, Suns
LA Lakers Betting Preview
The Lakers are 3rd in the West and have been up and down lately, 6-6 in their last 12. But they’re 8-2 at home and 6-1 against Western Conference teams.
LeBron James is still defying Father Time with 24.5 points and 8.1 rebounds per game. Luka Doncic , acquired midseason, adds 27.5 points and 8.6 rebounds. Austin Reaves is a reliable 3rd scorer and Rui Hachimura is a rebounding machine with 5.1 boards per game.
Defensively they allow 112.2 points per game on 46.3% shooting and are great at defending the 3 (35.3%).
Key Stats:
- Points per game: 113.1
- Field goal percentage: 47.8%
- Three-point shooting: 36.1%
- Free-throw shooting: 78.7%
Upcoming Schedule: Pelicans, Thunder, Mavericks
Why the Los Angeles Lakers Will Win?
- Home-Court Dominance: The Lakers have won their last 11 home games against Western Conference opponents following a win.
- Warriors’ Struggles in LA: The Warriors have dropped seven of their last eight games at Crypto.com Arena after a victory.
- Spread Trends: The Lakers have covered the spread in nine straight night games against Western Conference foes.
Why the Golden State Warriors Will Win?
- Recent Form Against the West: The Warriors have won eight of their last nine games against Western Conference opponents.
- Back-to-Back Troubles for the Lakers: The Lakers have lost four of their last five games on the first leg of a back-to-back against the Warriors.
- Spread Success: The Warriors have covered the spread in eight of their last nine night games against the Lakers following a road win.
Total Points Facts
If you’re betting the total points line here are some trends to know:
- Each of the Warriors last 7 night games against Pacific Division opponents have gone OVER.
- 8 of the last 9 night games between the Warriors and Lakers have gone OVER.
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors Injury Report
- LA Lakers: Maxi Kleber (OUT)
- Golden State Warriors: Gary Payton II (OUT, thumb injury), Jonathan Kuminga (QUESTIONABLE)
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors Prediction
The Lakers get the home court advantage but the value is with the Warriors. The Warriors are 18-2 when Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler play together. They’re also 3-2 as underdogs this season.
This will be the 4th time since February they’re underdogs and they’ve come through every time. With the added motivation of playing on national TV we’re taking the Warriors to cover and potentially win outright.