76ers vs. Lakers Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 28th, 2025

Arena and City where 76ers vs. Lakers will be playing

The stage is set for an NBA game between the 76ers and Lakers on January 28th, 2025, in Philadelphia, PA at Wells Fargo Center, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the 76ers vs. Lakers betting tip and prediction

This NBA matchup on January 28th, 2025, at 18:30 features a collision between the Eastern Conference and Western Conference. The 76ers enters as 4 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the 76ers won, 101-94. The over/under for the upcoming game is 218 points.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, the importance of the 3-point shot in the game cannot be overstated. Let's analyze how different teams are faring from long distance. The 76ers are currently knocking down 34.6% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their sharpshooting skills. Meanwhile, the Lakers are impressively converting 35.1% of their shots from beyond the arc. When it comes to shot selection, the 76ers are dedicating 43% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Lakers are taking 39% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Philadelphia 76ers

How are the 76ers playing this season?

The 76ers comes into this game with a 17-27 record, and they are currently 11th in the Eastern Conference standings. The 76ers are 3-7 in their last 10 games.

Did the 76ers win their most recent game?

Yes, 76ers defeated the Bulls, 109-97. Tyrese Maxey scored 27 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the 76ers

The leading scorer for the 76ers this season is Tyrese Maxey, who is averaging 26.6 points per game. In the last game, he scored 57.75 points in DraftKings and 56.5 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the 76ers

Coming into the January 28th, 2025 contest, Joel Embiid leads the 76ers with 7.9 rebounds per game Tyrese Maxey has a team-high 6 assists per game. He scored 57.75 DraftKings points and 56.5 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the 76ers is Tyrese Maxey (2 steals per game). He has 57.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 56.5 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Joel Embiid is leading the way for the 76ers with 1 blocks per game

76ers Team Analysis

The 76ers' point differential this season is -4.3 points per game, which ranks 23rd in the NBA. They are averaging 108.1 points per game while allowing 112.4 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the 76ers are making 12.6 shots per game, which ranks 21st in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the 76ers are making 18.2 per game, which ranks 5th in the NBA.

Projected 76ers Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Lakers, the 76ers' starting lineup consisted of Mo Bamba, Tobias Harris, Kelly Oubre Jr., Kyle Lowry and Tyrese Maxey.

Los Angeles Lakers

How are the Lakers playing this season?

The Lakers head this game with a 26-18 record, and they are currently 5th in the Western Conference standings. The Lakers are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

Did the Lakers win their most recent game?

Yes, Lakers defeated the Hornets, 112-107. Anthony Davis scored 23 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Lakers

The leading scorer for the Lakers this season is Anthony Davis, who is averaging 26.3 points per game. Anthony Davis also leads the team in minutes played per game with 35.04.

Other Team Leaders for the Lakers

Anthony Davis is leading the way with 12.1 rebounds per game. LeBron James is dishing out a team-high 9 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Lakers' leader is Jarred Vanderbilt with 2.5 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Lakers is Anthony Davis, who is sending back 2.2 shots per game.

Lakers Team Analysis

The Lakers' point differential this season is -1.1 points per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA. They are averaging 111.5 points per game while allowing 112.6 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Lakers are making 11.8 shots per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Lakers are making 18.1 per game, which ranks 6th in the NBA.

Projected Lakers' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the 76ers, the Lakers' starting five were Anthony Davis, LeBron James, Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves and D'Angelo Russell.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the 76ers coming into this game as 4 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Lakers.

Money Line betting suggestion

76ers are a 4 money line underdog for the game against the Lakers, and the suggestion is to pick the Lakers.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the 76ers and Lakers is 218 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the 76ers and Lakers have combined for just 5 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.