Lakers vs. Warriors forecast, odds, pick

The Los Angeles Lakers would like to travel to the Chase Center to play Golden State Warriors in better form, having lost all three of their last four games. The Warriors come into this game in better shape, having won two of their last three games, including their last, a 133-112 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.

The Lakers got a big boost as Stephen Curry was confirmed to be ruled out alongside Jimmy Butler. They have an almost clean injury record themselves, and they will once again look to Luka Doncic to provide an offensive boost. Overall injury odds have also turned into odds, with DraftKings favorable odds visitors.

Lakers vs. Warriors Odds

Lakers: -4.5

Warriors: +4.5

via: 229.5

Under: 229.5

Lakers vs. Warriors Key Injuries

Stephen Curry is officially ruled out with a knee injury. The Warriors will also be without Jimmy Butler III, Seth Curry and AJ Cryer. Forward Draymond Green is listed as probable, while big man Kristaps Porzingis is it is doubtful that he will leave.

The Lakers enter the contest relatively healthy, with Rui Hachimura questionable and two absent, including Bronie James, due to G League assignments.

Lakers vs. Betting Trends Warriors

The Lakers are 21-13 against the spread (ATS) as a favorite this season, including a searing 10-6 ATS mark as a road favorite. Los Angeles has been very profitable in tight lines, going 7-2 ATS when favored between two and five points. They are also 4-2 ATS in their last six meetings with Golden State.

Golden State has struggled to cover recently, posting a 3-7 ATS record in their last 10 games. They are 5-8 ATS when entering as an underdog by 4.5 points or more this season.

The over has been the dominant trend in this rivalry, cashing in on eight of the last 10 matchups between the Lakers and Warriors. Over has scored in 57.6% of Golden State’s games overall this season, including five of the last six contests.

Keys to the Lakers vs. Warriors matchup

The Lakers (34-24) arrive at Chase Center desperate to snap a three-game losing streak that includes a 22-point loss against the Celtics and a narrow 113-110 loss in Phoenix. They have all three big threes and are firing, although that has been the case in recent losses as well. Still, the Lakers know they’ll face a lineup without their best players and have enough firepower to pull off even a huge win.

Golden State will need Draymond Green to orchestrate the offense and solidify the defense, while still relying on Brandin Podziemski (12.3 PPG) and Moses Moody (12.0 PPG) for scoring.

Lakers vs. Warriors Prediction and Pick

The Lakers boast an excellent 18-12 record on the road and look much better on the injury report. The Warriors are always vulnerable without Curry and can struggle to keep up against a stack offense.

At the same time, LA continues to show vulnerability inside the paint and has actually been worse with their best players on the court. However, for Luka Dončić and company, this should prove simple.

Spread Pick: Lakers -4.5

Over/under selection: Over 229.5