Lakers vs Wizards Prediction and NBA Tips - 1 March 2024
Last updated: Mar 1, 2024, 3:33AM | Published: Feb 29, 2024, 8:58AM
The Los Angeles Lakers will face the Washington Wizards in NBA action at Crypto.com Arena on Friday, starting at 2:30pm AEDT.
With the likes of Anthony Davis, LeBron James and D'Angelo Russell, the Lakers are aiming to beat a Wizards side that includes Kyle Kuzma, Marvin Bagley and Jordan Poole.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Lakers vs Wizards game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Lakers vs Wizards
Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's LA Lakers-Washington NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Lakers a 78% chance of winning against the Wizards at Crypto.com Arena.
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Lakers vs Wizards: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Crypto.com Arena are shown below:
- Head to Head: Lakers $1.22, Wizards $5.40
- Line: Lakers -11 ($2.02), Wizards +11 ($1.94)
- Total (Over/Under 244.5 Points): Over $1.96, Under $2.00
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Lakers at $1.22 and the Wizards at $5.40.
The Lakers are listed as 11-point favourites against the Wizards, with odds of $2.02 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Wizards (+11) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.94.
The Over/Under for total points scored has been set at 244.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.96 and odds for the Under at $2.00.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Wizards (+11) have a 52% chance of covering the line, while the 244.5-point Over/Under has a 56% chance of staying Under.
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Lakers vs Wizards: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Washington at $5.40 with Betfair (3.7% edge)
- Line: Wizards +11 at $1.94 with Betfair (52% probability)
- Total Points: Under 244.5 at $2.00 with Betfair (56% probability) 🔥
These Lakers vs Wizards betting tips are based on market-leading simulations and wagering expertise to bring you the best possible advice 24/7.
While the Lakers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Wizards to win is our preferred option due to the 3.7% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
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Lakers vs Wizards: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Lakers vs Wizards at Crypto.com Arena on Friday has the Lakers winning 125-116.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of LA Lakers vs Washington on Friday, including pre-game predictions, top betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Lakers vs Wizards: Player Props
Betting on Lakers vs Wizards player props? Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict how each team's leading players will perform at Crypto.com Arena.
Anthony Davis is expected to step up for the Lakers with 31 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists, while Kyle Kuzma is projected to have 26 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the Wizards.
Lakers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Davis | 31 | 13 | 5 |
| LeBron James | 29 | 8 | 10 |
| D'Angelo Russell | 21 | 3 | 8 |
| Austin Reaves | 19 | 5 | 8 |
| Rui Hachimura | 16 | 4 | 1 |
Wizards Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Kuzma | 26 | 6 | 6 |
| Marvin Bagley | 18 | 7 | 2 |
| Jordan Poole | 17 | 3 | 4 |
| Corey Kispert | 16 | 3 | 3 |
| Deni Avdija | 15 | 7 | 5 |
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis before the LA Lakers vs Washington match-up at Crypto.com Arena.
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Lakers vs Wizards: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Lakers and Wizards at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to commence at 2:30pm AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Los Angeles Lakers vs Washington Wizards
- Date: Friday 1 March 2024
- Time: 2:30pm AEDT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our LA Lakers vs Washington predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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