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Washington vs. Lakers. NBA Match Prediction
On January 31, Washington will host the Lakers at Capital One Arena as part of the NBA regular season. The hosts continue to fight for their rare victories this season, but the team has long lost its chances for anything serious. Unlike them, the Lakers are striving to consolidate their place in the top five of the Western Conference. After an offensive defeat to Philadelphia, LeBron James and company will certainly want to rehabilitate themselves. Will the Wizards be able to resist or will the visitors easily take the victory? - find out in our betting tip
Command Analysis
Washington Wizards
USACurrent form
The capital club demonstrates one of the worst results in the league, which is not surprising, given the regular problems in the organization of the game. At the moment, the Wizards occupy one of the last places in the Eastern Conference, having only six victories in the entire season. The team lost the last match against Dallas (108:130), showing a weak game in defense.
Head coach Brian Keefe hasn't been able to change the situation yet. Washington is trying to play open attacking basketball, but the problem is that the defense is absolutely unable to cope with the load. Jordan Poole and Kyle Kuzma are the team main attacking forces, but their efforts are not enough. In the upcoming game, the capital team will again face a formidable opponent who plays aggressively and knows how to punish mistakes.
Disqualifications and injuries
Marvin Bagley and Saddiq Bey will miss the next match due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
Washington has not won in 14 games.
Probable line-up: Kuzma - George, Sarr - Koulibaly, Poole.
LA Lakers
USACurrent form
The Lakers are aiming for high positions in the Western Conference. After a series of confident victories over Golden State (118:108), Boston (117:96) and Charlotte (112:107), the team slowed down, losing to Philadelphia (104:118). In the last match, LeBron James and Anthony Davis did everything possible, but faced serious resistance from Tyrese Maxey and his partners.
Nevertheless, JJ Redick men remain among the strongest teams in the West. Their main goal is to secure a place in the top five and continue the fight for high places before the playoffs. In the game against Washington, the visitors will strive to return to the winning path, especially since their opponent is one of the weakest this season.
Disqualifications and injuries
Christian Wood is in the infirmary and will not be able to help his team in the next match.
Interesting facts for betting
In the last five matches, the Lakers have won four victories.
Probable lineup: James - Hachimura, Davis - Reeves, Crystal.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Lakers win
In 4 of the last 5 head-to-head matches, the Lakers won in the first quarter.
1.60Bet 1st quarter: total over 56.5 points
In 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games, more than 56 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.72Tip and bets
It is difficult to expect a sensation in this confrontation. Washington has already lost motivation and is simply playing out the season. Brian Keefe team cannot find stability, and its main players are not able to carry the game on their own. Even in home games, the Wizards look pale.
The Lakers, on the other hand, need a confident victory. After the loss to Philadelphia, they need to rehabilitate themselves in front of the fans. LeBron James and Anthony Davis are in the lineup, which gives the team a huge advantage. The visitors will certainly dominate and leave no chance for the outsider of the East.
Our prediction is a Lakers victory with a handicap of (-4.5) points for 1.79
Bet on total
Washington, although losing almost every game, tries to play attacking basketball. Their defense leaves much to be desired, but the team sometimes shows effectiveness in attack.
The Lakers, given the level of the opponent, will most likely take advantage of the hosts' weaknesses and play fast basketball. Given this, we expect the overall total of the match to be broken.
Betting Tip - total over 224.5 points for 1.70
Bet on statistics
Washington defense is one of the worst in the league. With that in mind, the Lakers should have no problem scoring points. LeBron James and Anthony Davis will be leading the team forward, and the Wizards don't have the resources to stop them.
Prediction - Lakers individual total over 113.5 points for 1.77
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