The Los Angeles Lakers (24-18) travel to face off against the Golden State Warriors (22-22) on Saturday, January 25th. This game will be played at Chase Center in San Francisco and televised on ABC. Both team’s come into this one having won their previous games. Tip-off is set for 8:30 ET.
Lakers vs Warriors
The Lakers Are Coming Off A Win
The Lakers improved to 24-18 on the season with a 117-96 win over the Celtics on Thursday. Los Angeles, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The game’s total points of 213 fell short of the 219-point line.
At home, the Lakers jumped out to an early lead, taking a 34-23 advantage after the 1st quarter and extending it to 67-48 by halftime. Although the Celtics outscored them 20-16 in the 3rd quarter, the Lakers finished strong, winning the 4th quarter 34-28.
The Warriors Are Coming Off A Win
The Warriors evened their season record at 22-22 with a dominant 131-106 win over the Bulls on Thursday. Playing at home, Golden State entered the game as 4-point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total score of 237 points narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 232.5.
After trailing 33-30 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Warriors went on a 10-0 run in the 2nd to take control. They outscored the Bulls 31-16 in the 3rd quarter and finished strong with a 37-26 advantage in the 4th.
Lakers Offense Breakdown
Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 24 points and 8 rebounds in their win over the Celtics, while Austin Reaves added 23 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate. LeBron James contributed 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 6 assists.
The Lakers made 15 threes, shooting 42.9% from beyond the arc, though their overall FG% was 47.2%. Davis scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, and LeBron added 8 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.
Warriors Offense Breakdown
In their win over the Bulls, the Warriors connected on 25 threes, shooting 43.9% from deep. Their overall field goal percentage was 45.1%.
Stephen Curry led with 21 points, while Quinten Post added 20, including 11 in the 4th quarter. Gui Santos also hit 5 threes, finishing with 19 points and 7 rebounds.
Lakers Team Defense
The Lakers put on a defensive clinic against the Celtics, holding them to just 96 points on 38% shooting from the field. Los Angeles gave up 23 points in the 1st quarter and 25 in the 2nd, but their best effort came in the 3rd, where they allowed just 20 points. The Celtics managed 28 points in the 4th, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Lakers’ defensive pressure.
From beyond the arc, the Celtics hit 14 threes on 34% shooting. The Lakers also sent Boston to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 12. Los Angeles controlled the boards with 43 defensive rebounds, while giving up 11 offensive boards. They also added 4 steals and 3 blocks to their defensive performance.
Warriors Team Defense
The Lakers put together a strong defensive performance on Thursday, holding the Celtics to just 96 points. They were especially tough in the 3rd quarter, where they allowed only 20 points. Overall, the Lakers limited the Celtics to 38% shooting from the field.
From beyond the arc, the Celtics hit 14 threes at a 34% clip. The Lakers sent them to the line 18 times, with Boston converting 12 free throws. On the boards, the Lakers grabbed 43 defensive rebounds while giving up 11 offensive boards.
Lakers vs Warriors Trends
- When looking at their past five road matchups, Los Angeles has an ATS record of 3-2 while averaging 106 per game. The team went 2-3 overall in these games.
- When looking at their past five home matchups, Golden State has an ATS record of 3-2 while averaging 107 per game. The team went 2-3 overall in these games.
- The last five games that Golden State was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 2-3 while going 1-4 straight up.
- Going back to their previous ten games as the favorite, Los Angeles has an ATS mark of 5-5 while going 7-3 straight up.
Lakers vs Warriors Prediction
We’re putting our money on the Lakers to win, and have the projected score sitting at 138-113. We also like them to cover the spread, so our recommendation is to bet on the Lakers at -1.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 219.5 and our model has the Lakers and Warriors finishing with a combined 251 points. Our pick is to take the over.
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Last updated:January 25, 2025 Lakers, Warriors