LA Lakers (22-17) vs. LA Clippers (23-17)
LA Lakers vs. LA Clippers January 19 2025 – The Lakers and Clippers will take center stage on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at the latest venue, the Intuit Dome for the long awaited Battle of Los Angeles. Both teams are tied neck to neck on the position in the Western Conference and are determined to go all out in this battle Sunday. The Los Angeles Lakers currently have 22 wins and 17 losses while their rivals are just behind with 23 wins and 17 losses but are riding high on their previous victories. Both teams are trying to leave their mark in this rivalry and the fight that is coming up next will surely be electrifying. You are not going to want to miss our exclusive NBA predictions for this match up.
LA Lakers vs. LA Clippers January 19 2025 Game Info
When: | Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 9:00 PM ET |
Where: | Intuit Dome, Los Angeles, CA |
TV: | NBA TV |
Stream: | NBA League Pass |
LA Lakers vs. LA Clippers Betting Odds
Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
Lakers | +120 | +2.5 (-105) | Over 215.5 -115 |
Clippers | -140 | -2.5 (-115) | Under 215.5 -105 |
The Clippers are slight favorites at -2.5, a reflection of their recent dominance over the Lakers. Bettors should note that while the Clippers have been strong ATS at home, the Lakers have excelled ATS on the road in recent games. With a modest total set at 215.5, the under seems appealing given the Clippers’ recent trend of hitting unders in 4 of their last 5 games.
Austin Reaves (SG) vs. Amir Coffey (SG)
Austin Reaves has stepped up to be a key player for the Lakers this season. He averages 18.5 points per game and averages 6.1 assists and 4.3 rebounds per game while starting all 34 games. His ability to generate inside offense while also being able to score himself have contributed significantly to the resurgence of the Lakers. That said, Reaves sometimes can be exposed to tough defenses and under pressure can make mistakes which do raise a red flag when facing a tough Wolves defense.
Amir Coffey has not been a player who’s got the limelight but has been an effective player for the Clippers. Coffey averages just over 25 minutes across 39 games and is averaging 10.4 points. Decision-makers in offense are usually not focused on him, but he is an excellent shooter with a very low rate of turnovers – 0.7 a game. Just like with Hyland, the Lakers will have a problem with Coffey shooting as he will play a threat from 3 points range.
Lakers on the Road
After experiencing a tough patch in which they lost three games, the Los Angeles Lakers have returned to winning ways with two consecutive victories over strong teams, Brooklyn and Miami. They managed to win against the Nets by just a single point, beating them 102-101, which clearly depicted their defensive fortitude whereas the 117-108 win against the Heat showed what they are capable of in terms of offense. However, their weaknesses were exposed and losses against San Antonio Spurs, Dallas Mavericks, and Houston Rockets, specifically against teams with potent inside scoring were seen.
Clippers at Home
The Clippers have proven to be a tough opponents on their home turf, covering the spread in five consecutive games at the Intuit Dome. With a recent 118-89 victory over Portland and a stunning 126-67 win against Brooklyn, their defensive skills are on full display. During the early days of January, they played several matches against Denver and Minnesota and lost them both, but even in defeat, the Clippers were quite remarkable. That’s been an undeniable advantage for them.
LA Lakers Betting Trends
The Lakers have been inconsistent against the Clippers, struggling ATS in 12 of their last 16 matchups. However, their 4-1 ATS record in their last five road games indicates they are finding their rhythm away from Crypto.com Arena.
LA Clippers Betting Trends
The Clippers have been dominant ATS in their last six games, fueled by their stellar defensive play. Their ability to cover spreads at home is unparalleled, making them a strong betting option.
LA Lakers vs. LA Clippers Betting Previews
The face-off today is expected to be quite wild, given that the two teams playing today approach the game in a completely diverse manner. The Lakers will aim to make the most of their recent momentum and the offensive activity that Reaves will provides, whereas the Clippers will seek to impose themselves on the game with their home-court advantage and oppressive defense.
When it comes to placing wagers, the Clippers’ five games without a cover against the spread at home is rather good, so they seem like a better pick. Nonetheless, the Lakers have a great chance of hitting the +2.5 spread as they are able to keep it close. When it comes to prop bets, it’s easy to predict that Reaves will outplay his season standards against the defense of the Clippers, which will in fact be focused on Davis. With both teams focusing on their defense, the under i.e. 215.5 is the best bet in this fight.