The Los Angeles Lakers (-5.5, -226) are playing the Houston Rockets (+5.5, +189) at 8:10 PM EST today. The over / under is set at 225.5.
The Lakers last played 3 days ago, losing to the Nets in a close 122-115 affair. The Rockets last game was yesterday, when they lost to the Hornets 123-99. It might be tough for them playing on short rest.
The last time these two teams played was on November 2, 2021 when the Lakers beat the Rockets 119-117. In that game, the Lakers were -11, but they didn’t cover the spread. Likewise, the total for that game was set at 219.5 and went over by 16.5 points.
Against the Spread
So, how have the Lakers been doing against the spread? In their last 10 games, they’ve covered the spread 4 times. The Rockets, on the other hand, have covered the spread in 4 of their last 10 games.
Totals Trends
The Lakers have gone over in 3 of their last 10 games, while staying under in 7 of their last 10. In 8 of their last 10 games, the Rockets game total has gone over. That could be a trend to consider.
We’re following hot Shark player Slohcin33 for this game and taking Houston Rockets +5.5 (-108). Always play responsibly and good luck!