NBA Betting Picks, Odds, And Preview: Los Angeles Lakers vs San Antonio Spurs

It looks like the Los Angeles Lakers have at least brushed off some of their impaired emotions from last week’s tragedy that took the life of Kobe Bryant and eight others. After Damian Lillard torched them on Bryant’s memorial tribute night, the Lakers bounced back strong instantly the next game when they annihilated the Kings in Sacramento.

They head back to Staples Center on Tuesday as they are scheduled to host the San Antonio Spurs. As the team continues to grieve, coach Frank Vogel made a vow that his team will honor the fallen Lakers great for the rest of the season.

Lakers

Saturday’s resounding win against the Kings was an ideal way to wrap up what LeBron James called the toughest of their lives. The Lakers star forward recorded his 92^nd career triple-double after finishing with 15 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds on the lopsided victory in Sactown.

As they begin a fresh week, all the boys in purple and gold will look to channel their inner Mamba Mentalities in hopes to make Bryant proud. James took the responsibility as he promised to continue the legacy left by the LA icon.

Spurs

The Spurs’ Rodeo Road trip this year is off to a dismal start after they bowed on a close call against the Clippers on Monday, 108-105. That makes the team an even bigger target on the road as it holds a dreary 8-15 tally on games away from Texas.

Facing a Lakers team who plays extremely well at home (16-6), DeMar DeRozan and LaMarcus Aldridge will have to summon their grits and at the same time look to make their teammates more involved. The duo combined for 53 points but lacked support from the rest of the team. Patty Mills tried to provide the spark off the bench with 18 but it was still not enough to help the cause of San Antonio.

Odds and Trends

The Lakers are huge favorites in this game with a 12-point handicap to cover. The total line is offered even at O/U 228.5.

The Lakers are 11-4-1 ATS in their last 16 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of less than .400 and 2-5 in their last 7 games as a favorite.

The Spurs are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games overall and 4-0 in their last 4 when their opponent allows 100 points or more in their previous game.

Over is 9-1 in Lakers' last 10 when their opponent scores 100 points or more in their previous game and 4-1 in Spurs' last 5 games as an underdog.

Under is 22-8 in Lakers' last 30 Tuesday games and 5-1 in Spurs' last 6 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.