Warriors vs. Lakers Prediction & Odds
The sixth-seeded Golden State Warriors travel to Los Angeles to take on the #7-seed Lakers on ABC Saturday night at 8:30 PM ET in Game 3 of the second round of the NBA Playoffs.
Can the Warriors cover the 3-point spread as road underdogs?
The series is tied 1-1.
The Golden State Warriors went 44-38 in the regular season. They are 5-4 in the playoffs this season. The Warriors are 43-47-1 ATS on the year.
The Los Angeles Lakers went 43-39 in the regular season. They’re 6-3 in the playoffs and play-in this season. The Lakers are 45-45-1 ATS on the year.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
535 Golden State Warriors (+3) at 536 Los Angeles Lakers (-3); O/U 227.5
8:30 PM ET, Saturday, May 6, 2023
Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
Warriors vs. Lakers Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 57% of public bettors are currently backing the Warriors +3 in this contest. Note that these numbers are subject to change, so be sure to check the link to receive the most up-to-date public betting data.
Golden State Warriors DFS Spin
Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson has been the team’s second-best player for much of these playoffs. In 9 playoff contests, Thompson is putting up 22.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 4.4 made three-pointers per game. Thompson had 30 points on 61.1% shooting in Game 2 and could be in for another big day on Saturday.
Golden State’s Kevon Looney has been a monster on the glass this postseason. Looney is averaging an astronomical 15.2 rebounds per game in 9 postseason contests this year, and his scoring (7.1 points per game) and shooting percentage (53.8% from the field) make him worth a look in DFS on Saturday.
Los Angeles Lakers DFS Spin
Lakers forward LeBron James has been a steady presence this season for L.A. James is averaging 22.3 points, 10.6 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 1.4 blocks per game in 8 playoff contests for the Lakers this year. He will likely have his “A” game on Saturday night in this pivotal showdown at home, making him a worthy DFS option this weekend.
Lakers backup point guard Dennis Schröder could be primed for a big game on Saturday. Schröder had 19 points in the Lakers’ Game 1 win over the Warriors and posted 12 points in the Lakers’ Game 4 win over the Grizzlies last round. Schröder should see extended minutes because of his willingness to fight through screens, and his offense could be an added benefit for the Lakers on Saturday night.
Warriors vs. Lakers NBA Betting Trends
Golden State is 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games following an outright win of more than 10 points.
Golden State is 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games following an ATS win.
Los Angeles is 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games following an outright loss of more than 10 points.
Los Angeles is 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following an ATS loss.
Warriors vs. Lakers NBA Prediction
Golden State has been the worst road team against the number all season long. The Warriors are 13-31 ATS as a road team this season. What’s worse, Golden State is 17-38-1 ATS in their last 56 road games against a team with a winning home record. Golden State is also 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games against the Lakers in Los Angeles.
The Lakers are prime candidates to bounce back on Saturday night. L.A. is 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games against a team with a road winning percentage of less than .400. Furthermore, the Lakers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 Saturday games and 5-1 ATS in their last 6 second-round playoff games. In a huge game for LeBron James and Anthony Davis, I believe the Lakers take care of business and cover the number at home on Saturday night.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: LOS ANGELES LAKERS -3
