Pick details
| MATCHUP | Phoenix Suns | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 44-36 | 51-29 |
| Spread | -1.5 -115 | +1.5 -105 |
| Moneyline | -130 | +110 |
| Total | Over 219.5 (-110) | Under 219.5 (-110) |
| Where | crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA | |
| When | Friday, April 10, 2026 | |
| Time | 10:30 PM EDT | |
| TV | Spectrum Sports Net | |
Phoenix Suns Betting Preview
The Phoenix Suns lost to the Rockets, beat the Mavs, and will play the Thunder next. The Suns have lost 9 of their last 14 games.
The Phoenix Suns are averaging 112.7 points on 45.4 percent shooting and allowing 111.2 points on 47.1 percent shooting. Devin Booker is averaging 25.5 points and 3.9 rebounds, while Dillon Brooks is averaging 20.9 points and 3.7 rebounds. Jaylen Green is the third double-digit scorer, and Grayson Allen is grabbing 3 rebounds. The Phoenix Suns are shooting 36.3 percent from beyond the arc and 78.3 percent from the free throw line. The Phoenix Suns are allowing 34.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.2 rebounds per game.
LA Lakers Betting Preview
The LA Lakers lost to the Thunder, beat the Warriors and play the Jazz next. The Lakers have won 27 of their last 40 games.
The LA Lakers are averaging 116.3 points on 50 percent shooting and allowing 115.4 points on 48.5 percent shooting. Luka Doncic is averaging 33.5 points and 7.7 rebounds, while Austin Reaves is averaging 23.3 points and 4.7 rebounds. LeBron James is the third double-digit scorer, and Deandre Ayton is grabbing 8 rebounds. The LA Lakers are shooting 35.6 percent from beyond the arc and 76.3 percent from the free-throw line. The LA Lakers are allowing 35.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.1 rebounds per game.
Why the Los Angeles Lakers will win
- The Lakers have won each of their last nine games at Crypto.com Arena following a win.
- The Suns have lost 16 of their last 18 road games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
- The Lakers have covered the spread in eight of their last nine home games following a win.
- The Suns have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games at Crypto.com Arena following a home win.
Why the Phoenix Suns will win
- The Suns have won 14 of their last 15 games when playing with a rest advantage against the Lakers.
- The Lakers have lost 12 of their last 13 games on the second leg of a back-to-back against the Suns.
- The Suns have covered the spread in each of their last six games when playing with a rest advantage against the Lakers.
- The Lakers have failed to cover the spread in 10 of their last 11 games when playing with a rest disadvantage against the Suns.
Total Points: Facts
- Five of the Suns’ last six games as favorites against the Lakers have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Four of the Lakers’ last five home games against Western Conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
Los Angeles Lakers Player Facts
- Deandre Ayton ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for FG% (67.2%) this season.
- Rui Hachimura ranks 6th amongst qualified players for 3P% (43.7%) this season.
Phoenix Suns Player Facts
- Royce O’Neale ranks 20th amongst qualified players for 3P% (40.9%) this season.
- Dillon Brooks ranks 36th amongst qualified players for FT% (84.8%) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Lakers rank 29th in the league for offensive rebounds per game this season (9.5).
- The Lakers rank 2nd in the league for free throw attempts per game this season (26.8).
- The Suns rank 2nd in the league for opponent three-point percentage this season (34.6%).
- The Suns rank 2nd in the league for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (12.2).
Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report
Marcus Smart, Austin Reaves, Jaxson Hayes, and Luka Dončić are out for the Lakers.
The Suns will be without Haywood Highsmith. Jalen Green is questionable.
Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction
The Suns have the rest advantage and are healthier but they also have nothing to play for, locked into the seventh seed. Yes, the Lakers are banged up and played last night. You’re asking a lot from LeBron to go out there and put this team on his back. However, the Lakers need to keep winning if they’re going to snag the fourth seed and open the first round at home. As I said yesterday, it would be disappointing for these Lakers to start the playoffs on the road. Expect the Lakers to empty the tank here for another win. Give me the bucket.
Randy Chambers's Pick: LA Lakers +1.5
