Washington Wizards vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction & Picks 1/21/2025

• Date: January 21, 2025
• Venue: Crypto.com Arena

Betting Odds

Washington Wizards vs Los Angeles Lakers Win Probabilities

Implied Win % in sports betting represent the probability of an outcome as suggested by the betting odds. It's a way for bettors to gauge the likelihood of an event occurring based on the odds offered by sportsbooks.

Projected Win %, also known as projected win probability, is an estimate by ATS.io to determine the likelihood that a team will win a game or event. This projection is often based on various factors such as team performance, statistics, and historical data.

Washington Wizards vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview

On January 10, 2023, the Washington Wizards (6-35) will clash with the Los Angeles Lakers (22-18) in a matchup that sees the Wizards struggling mightily as they enter on a 10-game losing streak. This game is set to tip off at 10:30 PM ET at Crypto.com Arena, where the Lakers have been relatively strong, winning 14 of their last 20 home games.

The Wizards face a daunting challenge, having traveled cross-country and across two time zones for this matchup. This extensive travel could exacerbate their struggles, particularly given their recent form. In their last outing, the Wizards fell to the Sacramento Kings by a score of 123-100, further highlighting their difficulties on the court.

Conversely, the Lakers are coming off a loss to the LA Clippers, where they lost 116-102. Despite that setback, they remain significant favorites in this contest, with a spread currently set at Lakers -12.5. The moneyline reflects this disparity, with the Lakers at -750 and the Wizards at +560, giving the Wizards an implied win probability of just 15% compared to the Lakers' 85%.

For those looking to place prop bets, Anthony Davis's Points and Assists market has garnered attention, with the total opening at Over 29.5 and moving to 30.5. Sharp bettors seem to be leaning toward the Over, suggesting confidence in Davis's ability to contribute significantly.

Washington Wizards vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction

Final Score: Washington Wizards 108.3 vs Los Angeles Lakers 123.88

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