The Rockets are gearing up to take on the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday, Nov 8. The game is slated for 8:00 ET and will be broadcast on Spac. Los Angeles comes into this game as 2.5-point favorites with the total set at 218. How will this matchup unfold? Let’s delve into the Rockets vs. Lakers player props and predictions below.
Rockets vs. Lakers Odds
- Spread: Lakers -2.5
- Total 218
Game Info
- Date: Wednesday, Nov 8
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Location: Toyota Center, Houston TX
- TV: Spac
Lakers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Lakers have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Across their five previous road games, Los Angeles has an ATS mark of 2-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 0-5 while averaging 109 points per game.
- Across their last three matchups as the betting favorite, the Lakers have an overall record of 2-1 while going 1-2 against the spread.
Rockets Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Rockets have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- Through their last five home games, Houston has an ATS record of just 2-3. However, their overall record was 2-3 while averaging 109 points per game.
- The Rockets have played well in their last three games as the betting underdog, going 2-1 straight up and 2-1 against the spread.
Will the Lakers Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?
As they prepare to face off against the Rockets, the Lakers are 3-4 overall and are looking to snap a two game losing streak. The team is currently 10th in the Western Conference, and they are also 4th in the Pacific division.
The Lakers offense is coming off a game in which they scored 107 points vs. the Heat. Overall their field goal percentage was 54.3% while connecting on 8 threes. Offensively, the Lakers have a season long field goal percentage of 47%, which is 10th in the league In terms of three-pointers, they are 24th in percentage and 24th in three-pointers made.
Los Angeles’ defense has been playing well, ranking 19th in the NBA with 114.6 points allowed per game.
Will the Rockets Exceed Expectations at Home?
Coming into today’s matchup, the Rockets will be looking to build on their current three game winning streak and their overall record is currently 3-3. So far, the Rockets have gone 2-2 when playing against Western Conference teams and 1-1 in non-conference contests.
Houston finished with 122 points in their game against the Kings. This total surpasses their season-average of 110 points per game. Houston’s offense is currently one of the slower paced teams in the NBA, at 97.2 possessions per game. In terms of three-point shooting, they are 22nd in attempts and 30th in three-point shooting percentage.
So far, the Rockets’ defense is ranked 7th in the league at 108.8 points per contest.
Rockets vs. Lakers Player Prop
When looking at a player prop for this game, Jalen Green has a points prop of 21.5 with both the over and under paying out at -117. Our model predicts that Jalen Green will finish with 18 points, 3 rebounds, and 3. As for his points prop, we favor the under at 21.5.
The Prop: Jalen Green Under 21.5 Points (-117)
Rockets vs. Lakers Predictions
For a point-spread wager in this Lakers vs. Rockets game, we suggest taking the Rockets at +2.5. Even though our predictions have the Lakers winning 106-104, we see the Rockets as the better choice on the point spread.
As for the over/under, the line is currently at 218, and our model projects the Lakers and Rockets to reach a combined total of 210 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Rockets +2.5 | -110 at Fanduel Sportsbook