AI Predictions
- Winner: Golden State Warriors
- MOV (ATS): Los Angeles Lakers +6 Will Cover
- Total Score: O 227
The Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers are set to face off in Game 2 of their playoff series, and both teams will be looking to come out with a win. The Lakers took Game 1 by a close margin of five points, but the Warriors have shown that they can put up big numbers on offense.
The Warriors have been averaging over 118 points per game this season, shooting nearly 48% from the field and over 38% from behind the arc. They also have a solid free-throw percentage of almost 80%. On defense, the Warriors have been strong on rebounds with an average of almost 45 per game. They also average over seven steals per game.
Meanwhile, the Lakers have been averaging just under 117 points per game this season, while shooting around 48% from the field but only about one-third from beyond the three-point line. Their free-throw percentage is slightly lower than that of Golden State’s at just under 78%. Defensively, they’ve grabbed an average of around six more rebounds than their opponents each game, while stealing about six fewer times.
Both teams are known for having star players, such as Stpehen Curry and Klay Thompson for Golden State, and LeBron James and Anthony Davis for the Lakers, who can make big plays when it counts most. Based on these statistics alone, though, it seems like tonight’s matchup will favor Golden State as they’ll be playing on their home court where they’ve had great success scoring-wise throughout this year’s NBA regular-season games.
Additionally, if you’re a betting person, then taking Los Angeles to cover might not be such a bad idea given how defensively sound they were during Game 1, despite being somewhat lackluster offensively compared against what was expected beforehand. However, don’t expect too many points scored overall since the Under is expected based solely upon these stats provided above!
News
Los Angeles Lakers
- LeBron James (probable; foot)
- Anthony Davis (probable; foot)
Golden State Warriors
- No notable injuries to report
| HOME: GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS | AWAY: LOS ANGELES LAKERS | |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 118.7 | 116.7 |
| Field Goals % | 47.8 | 48.1 |
| Three Points % | 38.0 | 34.5 |
| Free Throws % | 79.1 | 77.7 |
| Total Rebounds | 44.7 | 46 |
| Assists | 29.6 | 25.2 |
| Steals | 7.3 | 6.5 |
| Turnovers | 15.5 | 13.5 |
| Personal Fouls | 21.5 | 17.8 |
