Lakers vs Rockets 9/10/20 - NBA Betting Odds & Picks
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Houston Rockets
NBA: 7:00 PM EST
Sep. 10, 2020
TV: TNT
Latest Odds : LAL -5.5 Total 220.5
The Lakers were able to battle back in the second game of the series to pull the series even. Now, the win was one which seen the Lakers wait until later in the game to pull out the win, but it was definitely a win and one that the Los Angeles team needed to get. The other part that the Lakers liked is the fact that their defense showed up in the game and helped to lock down the win.
Leading the scoring charge for the Lakers was LeBron James who put in a total of 36 points. Anthony Davis did really well for Los Angeles as well with 26 points, but cleaned up the missed shots nicely with 15 rebounds in the game.
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Houston for their part is going to be looking to figure out how to get their offense going in this game as the Rockets were contained in the last game. The Rockets ended up playing well enough to get a good run in the game at points, but still fell short. That could be a testament to the power of the Lakers offense, but it could also be a sign as to how easy it can be to contain the Rockets offense.
James Harden ended up getting 33 points for the Rockets. He was helped out quite a bit by Russell Westbrook who put in a total of 30 points in the game. The rebounding lead for Houston went to James Harden as well with 9 boards in the game.
Recent Betting Trends:
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Houston's last 5 games against LA Lakers.
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Houston's last 10 games at home.
LA Lakers are 6-14 SU in their last 20 games against Houston.
LA Lakers are 10-4 SU in their last 14 games on the road.
Free Betting Pick: Los Angeles Lakers -5.5
The game here will be one that the Lakers will be looking towards the Davis and James combination again to lead the team. The best news for the Lakers is James is looking healthy compared to what he did earlier in the playoffs. Look for the improved health of James and Davis playing strong to be too much for the combination of Harden and Westbrook to overcome. Final Score, Los Angeles Lakers win 111-101.