Portland Trail Blazers at Los Angeles Lakers Pick & Prediction – 12/8/2024

• Date: December 8, 2024
• Venue: Crypto.com Arena

Betting Odds

Portland Trail Blazers vs Los Angeles Lakers Win Probabilities

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Portland Trail Blazers vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview

The Portland Trail Blazers (8-15) are set to face off against the Los Angeles Lakers (12-11) in a Sunday night showdown at the Crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 PM ET, with both teams looking to snap their respective three-game losing streaks.

Despite their recent struggles, the Lakers enter the matchup as heavy favorites, bolstered by home-court advantage and a spread of -8.5. The moneyline odds reflect this, with the Lakers at -380 and the Trail Blazers at +305. Based on these odds, the Lakers have an implied win probability of 76%, while Portland sits at 24%.

Portland's recent form has been concerning, especially after a crushing 141-99 defeat to the Utah Jazz. Meanwhile, the Lakers narrowly lost their last outing to the Atlanta Hawks in a high-scoring 134-132 contest. Both squads are eager to turn the tide, but Los Angeles' favored status suggests they have the upper hand.

From a betting perspective, one of the most intriguing markets revolves around Deandre Ayton's rebounding performance. Ayton's rebounding prop is set at 9.5, and sharp bettors are eyeing the Under, suggesting it may be mispriced and offer value at -110 odds.

As both teams battle to regain momentum, bettors and fans alike will have their eyes on the Lakers' ability to capitalize on their favored status and Ayton's impact on the boards. Will the Trail Blazers defy the odds, or will the Lakers secure a much-needed victory at home? This matchup promises to be an interesting affair for both teams and those looking to make strategic wagers.

Portland Trail Blazers vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction

Final Score: Portland Trail Blazers 110.8 vs Los Angeles Lakers 117.51

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