The Denver Nuggets (8-6) travel to face off against the Los Angeles Lakers (10-5) on Saturday, November 23rd. This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and televised on NBA. Both the Nuggets and Lakers will be looking to bounce back from losses in their previous games. Tip off is scheduled for 10:30 ET.

Nuggets vs Lakers

The Nuggets Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The Nuggets dropped to 8-6 on the season after a 123-120 home loss to the Mavericks on Friday. Denver, who were -5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 243 points exceeded the O/U line of 229 by 14 points.

Denver fell behind after a rough 2nd quarter, where they were outscored 40-22. They rallied with a 13-0 run and dominated the 3rd quarter 36-22, but couldn’t complete the comeback, despite outscoring Dallas 31-28 in the 4th.

The Lakers Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The Lakers fell to 10-5 on the season after a 119-118 loss to the Magic on Thursday. Despite being favored by 5.5 points, L.A. couldn’t cover the spread. The total score of 237 points exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 216.5 by 20.5 points.

After leading 67-60 at halftime, the Lakers were outscored 29-21 in the 3rd quarter. Both teams scored 30 points in the 4th, but L.A. couldn’t close the gap after entering the final period down 89-88.

Nuggets Offense Breakdown

Nikola Jokic’s 33-point, 17-rebound, 10-assist performance wasn’t enough for the Nuggets in their 123-120 loss to the Mavericks. Jokic shot 59.1% from the field, hitting both of his three-point attempts, and added 11 points in the opening quarter. Michael Porter Jr. and Christian Braun each contributed 17 points, with Braun shooting 66.7% from the field and hitting 2 threes at the same percentage.

Denver connected on 15 threes, shooting 51.7% from beyond the arc, though their overall field goal percentage was 47.8%. Russell Westbrook added 9 of his 16 points in the 4th quarter, while Peyton Watson scored 7 of his 15 points in the final period.

Lakers Offense Breakdown

Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 39 points on 63.6% shooting in their 119-118 loss to the Magic, while LeBron James added 31 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 threes at 55.6% from deep. The Lakers connected on 13 threes, shooting 41.9% from beyond the arc and 50.6% overall.

LeBron scored 14 points in the 4th quarter, while Davis added 9, finishing with 11 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters. Dalton Knecht contributed 17 points, hitting 3 threes at 42.9%.

Nuggets Team Defense

Defensively, the Nuggets struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 40 points, and allowed 123 points overall in their loss to the Mavericks. Denver did manage to tighten up in the 3rd quarter, holding Dallas to 22 points.

Denver held the Mavericks to 10 made threes on 37% shooting from deep. The Nuggets sent Dallas to the line 27 times, where they hit 21 free throws. Denver recorded 4 steals and 7 blocks in the game.

Lakers Team Defense

The Nuggets struggled defensively in the 2nd quarter, giving up 40 points, and allowed 123 points overall in their loss to the Mavericks. Denver did manage to hold Dallas to 28 points in the 4th quarter but couldn’t complete the comeback.

Denver allowed the Mavericks to shoot 50% from the field, including 37% from beyond the arc, where Dallas hit 10 threes. The Nuggets also sent the Mavericks to the line 27 times, where they made 21 free throws. Defensively, Denver recorded 4 steals and 7 blocks.

Nuggets vs Lakers Trends

• Across the Nuggets last ten road games, the team averaged 110 points per game while allowing 113. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 4-6, while going 5-5 straight-up.
• Through their last five home contests, the Lakers offense has averaged 114 points per game while allowing an average of 117. Los Angeles posted an overall record of 3-2 while going 1-4 ATS.
• Through their last five games as the betting underdog, the Nuggets have a strong record vs the spread going 3-2. Their straight up mark in these contests is 2-3.
• Although the Lakers have a strong straight up record in their last three games as the betting favorite, they have not done as well vs the spread going 0-3.

Nuggets vs Lakers Prediction

We’re calling a win for the Lakers, with a final score of 123-106, and we’re taking them to cover the spread. Our recommendation is to bet on the Lakers at -4.5.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 233 and our model has the Nuggets and Lakers finishing with a combined 229 points. Our pick is to take the under.

---

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

---

* All odds are provided by Action247 Sportsbook and all odds subject to change.**All views expressed are my own. My picks are my own and are not a guarantee, bet at your own risk.Action247 does not warrant the accuracy of completeness of the information, text, graphics, links or other items contained within these post.