Los Angeles Lakers vs Los Angeles Clippers prediction and betting tips on February 5, 2024

Tournament NBA
Venue Intuit Dome (Inglewood)
Date & kick-off time 04 feb 2025, 22:00
Los Angeles Lakers vs Los Angeles Clippers prediction and betting tips on February 5, 2024

Game Prediction

Game Prediction Total under 222
Odds: 1.74

The NBA regular season continues to deliver exciting matchups, and on February 5, fans will witness the battle of Los Angeles as the Clippers take on the Lakers. Here’s our exclusive prediction for this highly anticipated showdown.

Los Angeles Clippers

The Clippers are having a solid season, currently holding a 28-21 record, which places them sixth in the Western Conference. The team’s goal is to secure a direct playoff spot, ideally finishing within the top six.

In their most recent game, they suffered a disappointing 108-115 road loss to the Toronto Raptors, primarily due to a poor third quarter, where they were outscored by 15 points. Overall, the Clippers have had mixed results, winning four of their last six games.

Los Angeles Lakers

The Lakers have played 47 games this season, securing 28 victories, which currently places them fifth in the Western Conference—just ahead of the Clippers.

In their last outing, they pulled off an impressive 128-112 road win against the New York Knicks, with LeBron James delivering a phenomenal triple-double: 33 points, 11 rebounds, 12 assists.

The biggest news, however, is the blockbuster trade involving Anthony Davis, who is reportedly heading to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Luka Dončić. While Dončić is currently injured, pairing him with LeBron James in the future could be a game-changer.

Match Facts

  • Clippers' home record: 17 wins in 25 games.
  • Lakers' away record: 12 wins, 13 losses.
  • Betting odds: Clippers – 1.31, Lakers – 3.55.

Head-to-Head (H2H)

The teams have met only once this season, with the Clippers winning comfortably at home (116-102).

Prediction

This intense rivalry has major playoff implications, as both teams are direct competitors in the Western Conference standings. Bookmakers favor the Clippers, mainly because the Lakers may be shorthanded after their recent trade moves.

Despite the exciting matchup on paper, we don’t expect a high-scoring game. Both teams could be dealing with roster adjustments, and the Lakers' offense might struggle without Davis and Dončić. Betting pick: Under 222 total points.

Game Prediction Total under 222
Odds: 1.74
Reviews 0
Only registered users can post comments
Game Prediction
Total under 222
Odds:
1.74
Make a bet