Friday’s (Feb. 28) Clippers vs Lakers: Prediction, Props & Odds

• The Los Angeles Clippers are a 4.5-point road favorite over the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday
• Despite being underdogs, 81% of bets are on the Lakers on the moneyline
• See the Clippers vs Lakers odds, predictions and player props, below

The Los Angeles Clippers (32-26, 13-16 away) have lost three of four. However, they’re favorites in the latest NBA odds Friday evening when they visit the rival Los Angeles Lakers (36-21, 21-7 home).

Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 pm PT/10:00 pm ET at Crypto.com Arena, in Los Angeles, CA, with ESPN providing the broadcast coverage in the United States and Rogers Sportsnet in Canada.

LAC vs LAL Player Props

NBA props from DraftKings Sportsbook on February 28.

Props Pick: LeBron James Over 26.5 Points (-115)

At first blush, I was going to go all-in with Luka Doncic with his over point total, given that he’s scored 26 or more in ten straight against the Clips. However, he’s questionable to play in this one following a knee-on-knee collision Thursday. That gives me pause, so if he can’t make it, banging the over on Lebron James is critical.

The Clippers have also struggled of late, losing three of four to playoff bound teams (MIL, IND, DET), giving up an average of 117 points in the three losses.

LeBron has gone over the listed 26.5 line in five of his last eight against his LA rivals. He’s also put up 27 or more in three of his last four battles. If Doncic can’t go, the LeBron number will go up, so now I feel is the time to attack it, because even if Luka does play, he might make that total.

Los Angeles Clippers vs Los Angeles Lakers Odds

The Clippers currently are a 4.5-point favorite, in a contest with a 219.5 point total.

Per the NBA public betting trends, 81% of bets have been placed on the underdog Lakers on the moneyline and 89% to cover the spread. The Clippers are listed as a -172 moneyline favorite, with the Lakers coming in as a +144 underdog.

Odds as of Feb. 28 at FanDuel. Check out SBD’s Fanduel Sportsbook review to see the available sign-up bonuses.

Clippers vs Lakers Injury Report

The huge question mark for this game is the health of Luka Doncic. He had a knee-on-knee collision Thursday against the Timberwolves, and is questionable for this affair. The Lakers could opt to play it safe on their star players birthday, given that he missed nearly two months with a calf injury before coming over in a blockbuster trade to Los Angeles.

Maxi Kleber (foot) has been ruled out for the Lakers. He hasn’t played since late January. For the Clippers, Norman Powell is questionable with a knee injury. He hasn’t competed since February 13th.

Clippers vs Lakers Predictions

• Los Angeles Lakers +4.5 (-110) at DraftKings

Late Thursday night, the betting line for this rivalry matchup was Lakers -1.5. That’s now flipped to Clippers -4.5. That would seem to indicate the books are aware of the very likelihood that Doncic won’t be able to make this one.

If Doncic and LeBron play, I’d very much want to wager the Lakers +144 on the moneyline. Seeing how there’s question marks, I can’t go all-in with that. However, the Lakers have won four of six against their LA rivals. I can see them losing the game, but they are still strong enough to cover the 4.5 point spread.

It’s pretty rare for the 4.5 point underdog to be wagered on so much by the public to not only cover, but to win outright. This is probably because the market hasn’t shifted yet towards bettors realizing Doncic won’t be able to suit up.

  
The highly anticipated matchup between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Los Angeles Lakers is set to take place on Friday, February 28th. Both teams are currently sitting at the top of the Western Conference standings, making this game a must-watch for basketball fans.

The Clippers have been on a hot streak as of late, winning seven of their last ten games. Led by superstars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, the Clippers have one of the most potent offenses in the league. They are currently averaging 115.9 points per game, which ranks them fourth in the NBA.

On the other hand, the Lakers have been dominant all season long. Led by LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Lakers have the best record in the Western Conference and are currently on a four-game winning streak. They have been playing suffocating defense, holding opponents to just 106.9 points per game, which ranks them second in the league.

When it comes to predicting the outcome of this game, it is sure to be a close one. Both teams are evenly matched and have the talent to come out on top. However, the Lakers may have a slight edge due to their strong defense and home-court advantage.

In terms of props and odds, there are several options to consider. Betting on the over/under for total points scored in the game could be a good bet, as both teams have high-powered offenses. Additionally, prop bets on individual player performances, such as points scored or rebounds, could also be worth considering.

Overall, Friday’s matchup between the Clippers and Lakers is sure to be an exciting and competitive game. Fans can expect a high-scoring affair with plenty of highlight-reel plays from some of the best players in the NBA. It will be interesting to see which team comes out on top and solidifies their spot at the top of the Western Conference standings.