The Lakers, following a challenging 3-10 stretch, have notably improved under the guidance of head coach Darvin Ham. Since January 15, Los Angeles boasts an 8-4 record, propelled by Russell's valuable contributions that continue to elevate his standing with both the Lakers and potential trade suitors. With a current three-game winning streak, the team carries palpable momentum into their upcoming game.
Despite Denver's strong performance throughout the season, they remain vulnerable, particularly on the road away from Ball Arena. The Nuggets hold a 14-12 record on the road this season but have struggled against the spread at 9-16-1. Additionally, as road favorites, they are only 6-13-1 against the spread, indicating potential overvaluation by oddsmakers.
Today, the Lakers face the defending champions, the Nuggets, a team that has historically posed challenges. Nonetheless, LeBron and his teammates have excelled in home games against the Nuggets, winning 8 of the last 11 matchups. The bitter memory of last season's Western Conference Finals sweep serves as a powerful motivating factor for the Lakers.
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Pick: Los Angeles Lakers +3.5 (-110)
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