Los Angeles Lakers (36-21) vs LA Clippers (32-26)
Game Info: Friday, February 28, 2025 at 10:00 pm (crypto.com Arena)
Betting Odds: Los Angeles Lakers +4.5 -- Over/Under: 220 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN
The Los Angeles Clippers are set to face the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The Clippers, currently holding a 32-26 record, are coming off a 122-117 victory over the Chicago Bulls, snapping a three-game losing streak. In that game, James Harden led the team with 30 points, while Kawhi Leonard contributed 17 points, eight rebounds, and four assists.
The Lakers, with a 35-21 record, are on a three-game winning streak, including a 107-99 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. In that matchup, Luka Dončić recorded a triple-double with 19 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists. This game is crucial for both teams as they vie for positioning in the Western Conference. The Clippers will look to continue their winning momentum, while the Lakers aim to extend their streak.
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Austin Reaves Over 18.5 Points
Austin Reaves has played 51 games for the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2024-25 NBA season, averaging 19.2 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game. His shooting efficiency includes a field goal percentage of 44.6% and a three-point shooting percentage of 36.0%. Notably, Reaves achieved a season-high 45 points on February 13, 2025, against the Indiana Pacers.
I've been taking the over on Austin Reaves's points over and over again and have been cleaning up. He scored 20 or more points in eight of his last 10 games, and oddsmakers continue to set his line below the 20-point mark. Until Austin Reeves slows down, I'll continue to ride his over on points.
James Harden Over 24.5 Points
James Harden has played 54 games for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024-25 NBA season, averaging 21.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 8.6 assists per game. His shooting efficiency includes a field goal percentage of 39.2% and a three-point shooting percentage of 34.1%. James Harden has been playing at another level on the offensive side of the ball as of late. We've seen him score 30 or more points in three of his last five games. It looks like Norman Powell will be sidelined once again for the Los Angeles Clippers, which forces Harden to have to step up and contribute to scoring more points for the Clippers. In what should be a close & competitive game, I don't see James Harden slowing down in this one.
Rui Hachimura Under 5.5 Rebounds
Rui Hachimura has played 51 games for the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2024-25 NBA season, averaging 12.2 points and 5.3 rebounds per game. His shooting efficiency includes a field goal percentage of 53.7% and a three-point shooting percentage of 42.2%. Hachimura has had some solid rebounding performances as of late, but this is a tough matchup for him going against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Clippers are giving up just 50 rebounds per game to opposing teams, which is the third fewest in the league. He also has to compete on the glass with LeBron James and Luka Doncic, who are some of the best rebounders in the league. The last time we saw Hachimura face one of the better rebounding teams in the Denver Nuggets, he ended the game with zero boards.
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