Торонто — Лос-Анджелес Лейкерс: прогноз и ставка (к. 3.95) на баскетбол. 02.11.2024 from

Toronto — Los Angeles Lakers: prediction and bet (k. 3.95) on basketball. 02.11.2024

Match details

Toronto Raptors (1-1) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (1-1) NBA Regular Season Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, Ontario Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024 | 7:30 p.m. ET

Preview

The Toronto Raptors will host the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, in a battle of two of the NBA's most storied franchises. The Raptors are coming off a 118-113 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday, while the Lakers are coming off a 122-115 win over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday. Both teams are looking to start the season 2-1, and this game is sure to be a close one. The Raptors have a slight edge in experience, but the Lakers have more star power.

Key matchup

The key matchup in this game will be between Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard and Lakers forward LeBron James. Leonard is one of the best two-way players in the league, while James is a four-time MVP. Leonard will be tasked with guarding James, who is averaging 25.0 points, 10.0 rebounds and 6.0 assists per game this season. James will be looking to score against Leonard, who is averaging 20.0 points, 7.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game this season.

Prediction

The Lakers are a slight favorite in this game, but the Raptors have a good chance of winning if they can slow down James. I predict the Lakers will win a close game, 110-105.

Bet

I recommend betting on the Lakers to win this game. They are the more talented team and they are playing at home. The Raptors are a good team, but I don't think they have enough to beat the Lakers.

Odds

The Lakers are a 3.5-point favorite in this game, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The over/under is set at 220.5 points.