The Lakers host the Houston Rockets on Sunday, Nov 19. Today’s game is set for 9:30 ET and will be shown on SN-LA. Los Angeles comes into this game as 5.5-point favorites with the total set at 220. Keep reading to get our Lakers vs. Rockets player props and predictions.
Lakers vs. Rockets Odds
- Spread: Lakers -5.5
- Total 220
Game Info
- Date: Sunday, Nov 19
- Time: 9:30 ET
- Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles CA
- TV: SN-LA
Rockets Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Rockets have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 5-0 vs. the spread.
- Across the Rockets last ten road games, the team averaged 109 points per game while allowing 121. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 4-6, while going 2-8 straight-up.
- As the betting underdog, the Rockets have an ATS record of 3-0 in their last three games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 2-1.
Lakers Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Lakers have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- In their last ten games at home, the Lakers have a straight up record of 2-8 while going 5-5 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 110 points per game in these contests.
- Los Angeles has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 3-0 SU and 3-0 ATS in their last three games.
Will Houston Be The Talk of Crypto.com Arena?
The Rockets will face the Lakers bringing in an overall record of 6-4 and a 2-1 record over their previous three games. The team currently sits 6th in the Western Conference and 2nd place in the Southwest division.
In their latest game, the Rockets offense put up 100 points against the Clippers. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 43.2% and made 10 threes. The top scorer for the Rockets was Alperen Sengün with 23 points, while Jalen Green also chipped in with 20 points.
Currently, the Rockets’ defense holds the 2nd rank in the NBA, allowing 105.8 points per game.
For the season, Houston is ranked 3rd in fewest fouls per game. Team’s are averaging 24.3 free-throws per game vs. the Rockets and have an overall field goal percentage of 45.1%.
Can Los Angeles Secure a Home Victory?
In today’s game, the Lakers are determined to maintain their above .500 record, currently they are 7-6 over 13 games. The team is currently 7th in the Western Conference, and they are also 2nd in the Pacific division.
The Lakers’ offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 107 points versus the Trail Blazers. During the game, they attempted 29 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 49.4%. One area that the Lakers offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 5th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 48%.
So far, the Lakers’ defense is ranked 18th in the league at 114.3 points per contest.
When it comes to forced turnovers, the Lakers are forcing 14.7 per game, which is 21st in the league. They also come into the game sitting 1st in blocked shots at 6.8 per game.
Lakers vs. Rockets Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Alperen Sengün and his points prop of 18.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -110 while the under is at -120. With his prop line at 18.5, our model indicates that taking the over is the way to go as we project him to end up with 20. We foresee him having a field goal percentage of 57.1% and connecting on one three.
- The Prop: Alperen Sengun Over 18.5 Points (-110)
Lakers vs. Rockets Predictions
For a pick on the point-spread in this Lakers vs. Rockets matchup, our bet is to grab the Rockets at +5.5. Even though our projections have the Lakers winning 110-109, we see the Rockets as the play on the point-spread.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 220 and our model has the Rockets and Lakers finishing with a combined 219 points. Our pick is to take the under.
The Pick: Rockets +5.5 | -110 at Fanduel Sportsbook