Warriors vs Lakers Prediction and Odds

Warriors vs Lakers Prediction and Odds: The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to win this game against the Warriors as per the bookmakers and stats.

In an exciting NBA preseason matchup, the Los Angeles Lakers will face off against the Golden State Warriors at the Crypto.com arena. With the 78th NBA season just around the corner, teams are fully engaged in their preparations for the upcoming campaign.

In the first preseason game between the two teams, the Warriors defeated the Lakers. As a host, the Golden State Warriors were able to reap the benefit of playing at home. However, tonight, the Warriors will be traveling to Los Angeles to face the challenge of the Lakers.

As a host, the Los Angeles Lakers will have a home advantage in this game.

Lakers vs Warriors Prediction and Odds: Performance in the Last Season

LA Lakers

The LA Lakers had a rough start to the previous season, suffering losses in their first five games. Nevertheless, LeBron James and his team rebounded and hit their stride after the trade deadline. The Lakers concluded the regular season securing the 7th spot in the Western Conference with 43 victories and 39 losses.

Darvin Ham’s men earned a spot in the Play-In Tournament and ultimately secured a place in the playoffs. They displayed their dominance by eliminating both Memphis and Golden State in the initial two rounds. Unfortunately, their playoff journey was cut short as they were swept by the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals, bringing their season to a close.

Golden State Warriors

The Golden State Warriors entered the previous NBA season as the reigning champions, but they couldn’t live up to their usual standards. Their performance on the road was notably underwhelming. The Warriors concluded the regular season with a 44-38 record, securing the 6th position in the Western Conference.

During the playoffs, the Warriors managed to advance past the first round by defeating the Sacramento Kings in a seven-game series. However, their postseason journey came to an end in the Conference Semifinals when they were defeated by the LA Lakers, marking the conclusion of their season.

Lakers vs Warriors Prediction and Odds: Offense and Defense Analysis

Offense

  • The LA Lakers averaged a scoring rate of 117.2 points per game. Regarding their shooting efficiency, they recorded a field goal conversion rate of 48.2%, a 3-point shooting rate of 34.6%, and a free throw success rate of 77.5%. The Lakers were ranked 20 in the offense with an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 114.4.
  • The Golden State Warriors played with a scoring rate of 118.9 points per game. They shot 47.9% from the field and 38.5% beyond the 3-point line. The Warriors had a free throw success rate of 79.4%. With an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 115.6, the Warriors were ranked 9th in the attack.

Defense

  • The LA Lakers’ opponents averaged 116.6 points per game against them. These opposing teams had a field goal accuracy of 46.9% and a 3-point shooting accuracy of 34.4% when facing the Lakers. The Lakers averaged 44.9 rebounds, 7.6 steals, and 5.1 blocks per game. They were rated 113.9 on defense with a rank of 13 in the league.
  • The Golden State Warriors allowed their opponents to score an average of 117.1 points per game. Their opponents had a field goal conversion rate of 46.8% and a three-point shooting accuracy of 36.4% against them. Moreover, the Warriors averaged 43.3 rebounds per game and recorded an average of 7.9 steals and 4.0 blocks per game. The Warriors were ranked 15 in the defense with an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 113.9.

Lakers vs Warriors Prediction: Odds

According to the stats and betting markets, the Los Angeles Lakers are expected to win this contest.

Odds

  • Lakers: 1.66
  • Warriors: 2.32
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Lakers vs Warriors Prediction and Odds: Head-to-Head Stats

In the regular season of the NBA, the LA Lakers and the Golden State Warriors have faced each other a total of 434 times. The Lakers have held the advantage with 261 victories, while the Warriors have secured 173 wins.

Looking at their recent history in the last 5 meetings, the Lakers have emerged victorious in 3 games, while the Warriors have won 2. The most recent matchup occurred on March 5, 2023, when the Lakers prevailed with a score of 113-105.

Head-to-Head Key Highlights: Last 5 Meetings

  • The Number of Home games won by the Golden State Warriors: 2
  • The Number of Away games won by the LA Lakers: 1
  • The Average Number of Total Points scored: 227.4
  • The Average Number of Points scored by the Golden State Warriors: 114.0
  • The Average Number of Points scored by the LA Lakers: 113.4

Lakers vs Warriors Prediction and Odds: Players to Watch Out

LA Lakers

LeBron James (Small Forward)

Points Per Game: 28.9 | Rebounds Per Game: 8.3 | Assists Per Game: 6.8

Anthony Davis (Power Forward)

Points Per Game: 25.9 | Rebounds Per Game: 12.5 | Blocks Per Game: 2.0

D’Angelo Russell (Point Guard)

Points Per Game: 17.4 | Assists Per Game: 6.1 | Rebounds Per Game: 2.9

Golden State Warriors

Stephen Curry (Point Guard)

Points Per Game: 29.4 | Assists Per Game: 6.3 | Rebounds Per Game: 6.1

Klay Thompson (Shooting Guard)

Points Per Game: 21.9 | Rebounds Per Game: 4.1 | Assists Per Game: 2.4

Jordan Poole (Shooting Guard)

Points Per Game: 20.4 | Assists Per Game: 4.5 | Rebounds Per Game: 2.7

Lakers vs Warriors Winner Prediction

Both teams aim to enhance their strategies as they prepare for the upcoming season. The Golden State Warriors are traditionally a formidable opponent, especially on their home court. However, according to head-to-head statistics (H2H stats), the LA Lakers have generally performed better.