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The Los Angeles Lakers will host the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday, November 20th, as the Western Conference rivals face off for the first time this season.
The 4-10 Lakers are just 14th in the Western Conference, as they have struggled on both sides of the ball. Los Angeles' offense currently ranks 20th in points per game and 29th in offensive rating, while their defense ranks 25th in opponents' points per game and 18th in defensive rating.
The 6-11 Spurs are 13th in the Western Conference and have been the NBA's worst defense early in the season. San Antonio ranks 30th in opponents' points per game and 30th in defensive rating. Their offense has also struggled, ranking 16th in points per game and 25th in offensive rating.
The Lakers are 4-5 at home, while the Spurs are 3-6 on the road.
San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers Match Details
Fixture: San Antonio Spurs at Los Angeles Lakers
Date and Time: Sunday, November 20, 9:30 EST
Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California
San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report
The San Antonio Spurs will be without starting center Jakob Poeltl as he is out with right knee soreness. Additionally, guard Romeo Langford remains sidelined as he looks to rebuild his conditioning following a trip to the league's health and safety protocols. Forward Zach Collins and rookie guard Blake Wesley are also listed as out due to a left leg fracture and left MCL sprain, respectively.
For the Los Angeles Lakers, star forward LeBron James is questionable to return after missing the previous three games with a left abductor strain. The Lakers' star big man, Anthony Davis, is probable with lower back tightness. Rookie guard Max Christie will miss his second consecutive game as he remains in the league's health and safety protocols. Additionally, forward Juan Toscano-Anderson will also miss his second consecutive game as he battles mid-back soreness.
San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report
San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers Betting Odds and Spread
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San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers Starting 5s
Spurs - PG Tre Jones, SG Devin Vassell, SF Keldon Johnson, PF Jeremy Sochan, C Gorgui Dieng
Lakers - PG Patrick Beverley, SG Lonnie Walker IV, SF Troy Brown Jr., PF LeBron James, C Anthony Davis
San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers Betting Prediction
Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis has been dominant over the past two games, averaging 37.5 points per game and 17.0 rebounds per game while shooting 61.0% from the field and 89.3% from the free-throw line on 14 attempts per game. Expect Davis to dominate the paint for the third consecutive game, as the Spurs are missing their starting center. Look for the Lakers to win by at least seven points.
Prediction: Los Angeles Lakers -6.5 (-115)
