Following Victor Wembanyama’s 50-point outing and LeBron James’ three-straight triple-doubles, two immovable forces meet in San Antonio in the first of an ESPN doubleheader.
The Lakers won three straight games over the 76ers (116-106), Raptors (123-103), and Grizzlies (128-123) to reach 7-4 on the season. Los Angeles is ranked 4th in points per game in that span (122.3), 42.5% from three (third), and +11.7 win-plus margin (third). LeBron James tripled in all three of those games and the Lake Show welcomed back MVP and Defensive Player of the Year candidate Anthony Davis back to the lineup against Memphis (21 points).
The Spurs are 6-6 this year and winners of two straight and three of the past four. Victor Wembanyama scored a career-high 50 points in the Spurs’ win over the Wizards by going bananas for 32 minutes. Wemby had 29 field goal attempts (18 made) and was an impressive 8-of-16 from three. This is the final game of a five-game homestand for San Antonio where they are 5-2 on the season.
That being said, let’s dive into the matchup and offer up some information and maybe a sweat or two.
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Details and how to watch Lakers @ Spurs
● Date: Friday November 15, 2024
● Time: 7:30pm ET
● Website: Frost Bank Center
● City: San Antonio, Texas
● Television/Streaming: ESPN
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Game odds for Lakers @ Spurs
The latest odds from Friday morning:
● Moneyline: San Antonio Spurs (+130), Los Angeles Lakers (-155)
● Spread: Los Angeles -3.5
● Total: 228.0
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Likely starting lineups for San Antonio and Los Angeles
San Antonio Spurs (6-6)
PG Chris Paul
SG Devin Vassell
SF Julian Champagnie
PF Harrison Barnes
C Victor Wembanyama
Los Angeles Lakers (7-4)
PG Austin Reaves
SG Cam Red
SF Rui Hachimura
PF LeBron James
C Anthony Davis
Top betting trends and insights to know ahead of Lakers @ Spurs
San Antonio is 6-6 ATS this season and 3-1 ATS as a home underdog.
Los Angeles is 6-5 ATS this season and an NBA-worst 0-2 ATS as a road favorite (1-1 on ML).
The Lakers are 6-5 on the Over and 3-2 on the Over on the road.
The Spurs are 4-3 to the Bottom at home and 3-1 to the Bottom as a home underdog.
LeBron James has a triple double in three straight games.
Victor Wembanyama scored a career-high 50 points against Washington.
Anthony Davis doubled for the first time in four games in his last outing.
Chris Paul has recorded nine or more assists in three consecutive games.
Notable Players for Lakers @ Spurs
Top Score Props
Anthony Davis O/U 27.5 Points
Victor Wembanyama O/U 25.5 Points
LeBron James O/U 24.5 Points
Austin Reaves O/U 17.5 Points
Highest Bounce Props
Anthony Davis O/U 12.5 Rebounds
Victor Wembanyama O/U 11.5 Rebounds
LeBron James O/U 8.5 Rebounds
Highest Helping Props
LeBron James O/U 10.5 Assists
Chris Paul O/U 8.5 Assists
Austin Reaves O/U 5.5 Assists
Expert picks and predictions for Lakers @ Spurs
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NBC Sports Betting Best Bet
Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) likes Victor Wembanyama to go Under 25.5 Points against the Lakers:
Victor Wembanyama just hit a career-high 50 points in a brilliant performance against the Washington Wizards, leaving fans and analysts alike buzzing.
He was absolutely unstoppable, going 18-of-29 from the field, 8-of-16 from beyond the arc, and 6-of-9 from the free throw line in a 139-130 victory for the Spurs. But that wasn’t a one-off — it followed a 34-point outburst and a solid 24-point outing before that. It’s safe to say Wemby is on fire right now.
But here’s the catch: once you’ve had your best career, the inevitable question is, can you keep it up? There’s always a tendency to fail the next time – especially when you’re going up against a monster like Anthony Davis. The Lakers star is a favorite for Defensive Player of the Year, known for his ability to gobble up shots, disrupt offenses and get under the skin of opponents, forcing them into foul trouble.
Last season, Wemby faced Davis and the Lakers three times, posting 30, 13 and 27 points – impressive numbers, but it’s no secret that Davis is a different kind of challenge this season. Can Wemby continue his hot streak and score 25+ points for the third game in a row? He’s only done it once in his young career, and with AD in the paint, this is about as tough a matchup as it gets.
So, will the 7’4″ phenom keep his scoring streak alive, or will the Lakers’ defense prove to be the ultimate test? I’m going Under 25.5 points for Wemby.”
Here are the best bets our model projects for the Lakers and the Spurs:
· Money line: NBC Sports finds confidence to take Los Angeles on the ML (-155)
· to spread: NBC Sports has strong confidence in Los Angeles -3.5 on the spread
· All in all: NBC Sports has low confidence in a play on the Total UNDER 228.0 points
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