The Los Angeles Lakers vs. Philadelphia 76ers will be contested at Crypto.com Arena on November 08, 2024, at 10:00 PM EST. The Lakers, who began the season strong with three straight wins, now find themselves at 4-4 after a 131-114 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. LeBron James’ Lakers are placed at the 10th spot in the Western Conference standings.
On the other hand, the 76ers have had a rough start, posting a 1-6 record. Their latest defeat came at the hands of the Los Angeles Clippers, who won 110-98. The Sixers currently sit at the bottom of the Eastern Conference in the 15th place.
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The Lakers’ defense has struggled this season, allowing 120 points per game, ranking them fifth-worst in the NBA. However, their offense has been more effective, averaging 115.9 points per game, which is 9th in the league. Los Angeles also ranks poorly in rebounding, with 41.0 boards per game (5th-worst), but they limit opponents to 43.0 rebounds, 13th in the NBA. Their three-point shooting has been inconsistent, averaging 11.0 makes per game at a 34.4% success rate, which ranks 20th in the league.
The 76ers, on the other hand, have struggled with both offense and defense. They rank 5th-worst in points scored (107.1 per game) and 19th in points allowed (115.7). Philadelphia is also last in the league in rebounding, with just 38.7 boards per game, while allowing 44.3 rebounds, placing them 17th in that category. The team’s three-point shooting is similarly poor, making 11.7 threes per game at a 32.5% clip, which ranks them 21st and 25th in the NBA, respectively.
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Philadelphia 76ers: Odds And Best Bets
The Los Angeles Lakers are heavy favorites going into their upcoming game against the Philadelphia 76ers, with a moneyline of -360 compared to the 76ers’ +290. The Lakers are also favored by 8.5 points on the spread, and the total points for the game is set at 222.5. This lines up with the Lakers’ strong form, while the 76ers have struggled significantly this season, holding a 1-6 record.
Philadelphia will miss key players like Tyrese Maxey due to injury and Joel Embiid due to suspension. The 76ers’ struggles, especially without their stars, have left them vulnerable in both performance and betting trends.
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In terms of betting strategies, the Lakers’ solid home record (3-0 against the spread) makes them a strong pick at -8.5, while the 76ers’ poor 2-5 ATS record signals their ongoing difficulties. Although both teams have leaned toward hitting the Over in past games, the 76ers’ lack of offensive firepower suggests that betting the Under on 222.5 total points could be smart. For player props, LeBron James and Paul George both have an Over/Under of 22.5 points, which may be worth considering based on their expected roles in the game.
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Los Angeles Lakers vs. Philadelphia 76ers: Head To Head Stats
The Los Angeles Lakers and the Philadelphia 76ers have faced off 291 times in regular-season games, with the Lakers winning 147 of those games and the 76ers claiming 144 victories. In their most recent head-to-head meetings, the Lakers defeated the 76ers 101-94 on March 22, 2024, marking their most recent win.
However, the 76ers had dominated the series leading up to that game, winning the previous seven matchups, including a 138-94 victory on November 27, 2023. Over the last five seasons, the 76ers have maintained a strong record against the Lakers, securing multiple wins, including several close games and overtime victories.
In the 2022-23 season, the 76ers won both encounters, including a 113-112 victory on January 15, 2023, and a 133-122 overtime win on December 9, 2022. Similarly, in the 2021-22 season, the 76ers took both games, including a 126-121 win on March 23, 2022. Even in the 2020-21 season, the 76ers won in both of their games, securing a 109-101 win on March 25, 2021, and a narrow 107-106 victory on January 27, 2021. Despite the Lakers’ occasional wins, the 76ers have largely had the upper hand in recent years.
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