LiontipsLakers - Chicago: NBA match betting tip and bets
Command Analysis
Current form
Ozernye retain their chances of competing for the second place in the Western Conference. The team has slowed down a bit since LeBron James was injured, but Luka Doncic is already pulling into the leadership role. After three consecutive wins, the Lakers lost the match against Milwaukee (89:118). The match took place at the home arena in Los Angeles, but without the key players, it was not possible to oppose the opponent.
J.J. Reddick had plenty of time to work on his mistakes and focus on the next game against Chicago. It's important for the Lakers to get back to winning ways to keep up with Denver and Houston.
Disqualifications and injuries
Max Kleber and LeBron James will not play in the next match due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
In 3 of the last 5 face-to-face matches, Ozernye celebrated the victory.
Approximate line-up: Finney-Smith -Goodwin, Hayes-Reeves, Doncic.
Current form
The Bulls must be given credit for their character and dedication. The club held on to tenth place for a long time, and there were many cases when Billy Donovan's players could have been outside the play-in zone, but they kept afloat. Chicago managed to beat Miami in the standings and take the ninth place.
In the last match, the team unexpectedly defeated Sacramento (116:128). Kobe White was one of the best on the floor, scoring 35 points. The bulls are aiming to build on their success, but they have an away game against the Lakers ahead. It is important for Chicago to show fighting spirit and try to surprise the opponent.
Disqualifications and injuries
Lonzo Ball, Ayo Dosunmu and Tre Jones will not be playing due to health problems.
Interesting facts for betting
The Bulls have scored 17 away wins since the start of the season.
Approximate composition: Hurter - Buzelis, Vucevic-Jones, White.
Trends
The rate is the 1st quarter. Chicago's victory
In 3 of the last 5 face-to-face games, the Bulls have won in the first quarter.
2.601st quarterbet: total less than 57.5 points
In only one of the last five face-to-face matches, more than 57 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.90Tip and bets
The Lakers will try to dominate the home arena. All hope will again be on Luka Doncic, who has managed to prove himself from the best side. Ozerny needs a win to keep up with Denver and Houston.
Billy Donovan's team believed in themselves when they beat Miami in the standings. Chicago has set itself the task of securing ninth place, so it will try to compete with its opponent, but it definitely won't be easy in Los Angeles. In our opinion, the hosts will take advantage of the Bulls' problems and seal the victory.
Our betting tip is for the Lakers to win, taking into account the handicap (-9) points in 1.78
Bet on the total
Of course, without LeBron James, the team's attacking potential has decreased. The Lakers are trying to act more carefully and competently. Chicago has repeatedly relied on defense, and one gets the impression that such a moment will also come in Los Angeles. We assume that the total will not be broken.
Betting Tip - total less than 236 points in 1.67
Betting on statistics
The factor of the home arena and the desire to rehabilitate themselves after the last defeat will push the hosts forward. The Lakers, led by Luka Doncic, will try to play number one and, most likely, will break through the individual total.
Prediction – Lakers' individual total is over 121.5 points in 1.90 minutes
