Namely Kawhi Leonard, Lou Williams, Anthony Davis, and LeBron James will be marquee draws Christmas Night. The NBA chose the Clippers vs. Lakers as its prime-time matchup for this very reason. Additionally, both teams are far and away the best of the Pacific Division. Leonard earned his credentials by sparking Toronto’s NBA betting upset over Golden State in the NBA Finals. He was justifiably labeled a savior of a franchise that has seemed perpetually star crossed. Davis has proven to be the perfect compliment to James for the Lake Show. Most important of all both teams are profitable.
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Los Angeles Lakers
| Date and Time: | Wednesday, December 25, 2019, 8 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Staples Center, Los Angeles, California |
| Lakers vs. Heat TV Coverage: | ABC and ESPN |
| Lakers vs. Clippers NBA Betting Odds at SBG: | Click Here |
Los Angeles Clippers Vs. Los Angeles Lakers Overview
Now the Lakers have an online betting record of 24-5 straight up, 16-13 vs. the odds, and 12-17 under the total. LA ranks 10th in the NBA for scoring offense and third for points allowed. Late on Los Angeles has covered just one of their last five games. As a result, their Pacific Division lead over the Clippers is down to three games.
By contrast the Clippers are 22-9 straight up, 18-13 against the spread and 14-17 under the total. LA has paid in six of their last eight games with four of their last five going over the total. Overall the Clippers rank fifth in the NBA for scoring and 14th for points allowed.
Key Clippers: SF Kawhi Leonard (25.5 PTS, 7.8 REB, 5.1 AST, 46.1% FG, 36.1% 3P, 87.2% FT), SF Paul George (24.5 PTS, 6.0 REB, 3.7 AST, 45.0% FG, 40.1% 3P, 91.9% FT), SG Lou Williams (19.4 PTS, 6.1 AST, 3.0 AST, 42.1% FG, 37.1% 3P, 84.0% 3P)
Key Lakers: PF Anthony Davis (27.7 PTS, 9.4 REB, 3.3 AST, 49.6% FG, 30.0% 3P, 85.6% FT), SF LeBron James (25.8 PTS, 7.5 REB, 10.6 AST, 49.6% FG, 35.6% 3P, 67.7% FT), PF Kyle Kuzma (11.1 PTS, 3.4 REB, 43.3% FG, 36.0% 3P, 69.2% FT)
Clippers and Lakers against the Spread
The Clippers are:
5-4 against the spread in their last nine away games
3-4 under the total away from home
5-4 vs. the line as an underdog
1-5 under the total when getting points
6-3 on the board against the Lakers
2-3 under the total head to head vs. the Lakers
The Lakers are:
10-4 against the spread in their last 14 home games
3-4 under the total at Staples Center
5-8 vs. the line when hosting the Clippers
1-8 under the total head to head at home vs. the Clippers
5-8 on the board in their last 13 games as a chalk
3-8 under the total as a favorite
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Los Angeles Lakers NBA Betting Pick
On this occasion we will get a star-studded lineup of teams that could meet in the Western Conference Finals. The only cloud in the sky is the nagging ribs of LeBron James has kept his status questionable. As was previously noted the Clippers have been a good NBA betting value head to head with the Lakers.
Clippers vs. Lakers NBA Betting Pick: Los Angeles Clippers
Clippers vs. Lakers NBA Betting Score Prediction: Clippers 108, Lakers 106