The big thing to watch for in Wednesday’s Lakers vs Clippers matchup is health. Lebron James (foot) sat out Monday’s 23-point loss in Utah while Kawhi Leonard (knee) continues to sit for LAC. The Clippers have won 8 straight in the head to head series including a 103-97 victory in their season opener.
Before Betting on Lakers vs Clippers
James is not the only one on the injury report for the Lakers as Anthony Davis (back) is probable while it’s also possible that Patrick Beverley and Lonnie Walker IV could both return from non-Covid sickness. LAL (2-8) will take all the reinforcements they can get to try and snap a current three game losing streak.
The Lakers had a short burst of success with their lone win streak of the year with home wins over the Nuggets and Pelicans. A lot of that was fueled by Russell Westbrook finding some success coming off the bench and he continues to be solid with 18+ in 5 of the last 6.
The Clippers started off slow with a 2-4 start, but they might be building some momentum with wins in four of their last five. That success has largely been powered by a defense that is #7 in efficiency this season. LAC just beat a good Cavaliers squad 119-117 on Monday even though LAC was playing on the back to back. Paul George is on a roll with 26+ points in five straight.
LAL vs LAC NBA Offshore Betting Odds
| Offshore Sportsbook | Moneyline | Total | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetOnline | Lakers (Off) | Clippers (Off) | 220 | Lakers+4.5 (1.9) | Clippers -4.5 (1.9) |
| Bovada | Lakers (2.65) | Clippers (1.51) | 220 | Lakers+4.5 (1.9) | Clippers -4.5 (1.9) |
| BetUS | Lakers (2.7) | Clippers (1.5) | 220 | Lakers+4.5 (1.9) | Clippers -4.5 (1.9) |
| SportsBetting.ag | Lakers (Off) | Clippers (Off) | 220 | Lakers+4.5 (1.9) | Clippers -4.5 (1.9) |
| Pinnacle | Lakers (2.68) | Clippers (1.53) | 220 | Lakers+4.5 (1.9) | Clippers -4.5 (1.9) |
| MyBookie | Lakers (Off) | Clippers (Off) | 221 | Lakers+5 (1.9) | Clippers -5 (1.9) |
Lakers vs Clippers Prediction & Pick
These are the two worst teams in the NBA in offensive efficiency, so the X-factor in this spot could be the Clippers having a better defense. The Lakers obviously have the talent to win on any given night if they put it all together – the problem is they don’t put it together with three straight losses coming by 14+ points.
Pick: Clippers -4.5
