Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets Betting Picks & Predictions
This Tuesday night, the NBA season will tip off with a highly anticipated rematch of the 2020 Western Conference Finals. After the Denver Nuggets won the NBA Championship,
Game outlook
This Tuesday night, the NBA season will tip off with a highly anticipated rematch of the 2020 Western Conference Finals. After the Denver Nuggets won the NBA Championship, the Los Angeles Lakers are looking to rebound after they were swept in the Conference Finals. With some words exchanged between the teams during the offseason, this matchup could set the tone for the season and possibly the postseason. Denver is the slight favorite at -5 and the line has remained steady. Tune in this Tuesday night to see who will have the advantage in the season opener.
Game Info
When: Tuesday, 10/24/2023 @ 7:30pm EST
Where: Ball Arena Stadium Lakers vs Nuggets Betting Odds Moneyline: Lakers +183 | Nuggets -212
Spread: Lakers +5 (-110) | Nuggets -5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 228 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Denver will win straight-up is 68%.
Los Angeles Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers had a mixed season last year and are striving for greater consistency in the next. With LeBron James and Anthony Davis as their core, the team ranks 6th in points scored per game with 117.2 and 20th in points allowed at 116.6 per game. The Lakers have several new additions to their roster this year and have the potential to be a top-six team in the Western Conference if they address their rotational issues and defensive performance. They enter this season with an 11th ranking in power rankings and are 0-0 (0-0 ATS).