The Houston Rockets (16-53) are big, 13-point underdogs as they attempt to break a six-game losing streak when they visit the Los Angeles Lakers (39-30) on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at Staples Center. The matchup airs at 10:30 PM ET on SportsNet LA. The over/under in the matchup is set at 223.5.
BetMGM NBA Betting Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakers | -13 | -115 | -105 | 223.5 | -110 | -110 |
Point Total Insights
- In Los Angeles' matchups this season, the Lakers and their opponents have gone over Wednesday's over/under of 223.5 points 22 times (31.9% of opportunities).
- 33 Houston games this year (47.8% of its matchups) finished with a final score higher than Wednesday's over/under of 223.5 points.
- The Lakers average 109.1 points per game against the Rockets' 108.6, totaling 5.8 points under the game's total of 223.5.
- These two teams give up a combined 223 points per game, 0.5 points less than this contest's over/under.
- On average, the over/under in Lakers games is 7.8 points fewer than the over/under of 223.5 points in this matchup.
- The over/under for this contest is 1.6 points fewer than the average over/under in Rockets' games this season (225.1 points).
Lakers Betting Data
- Los Angeles has a losing record against the spread this season, going 31-34 ATS.
- When they play as at least 13-point favorites, the Lakers have a record ATS of 1-2.
- Los Angeles has hit the over less than half of the time, in 28 of 65 games (43.1%).
Lakers Key Players
- LeBron James leads the Lakers in scoring (25.0 points per game) and assisting (7.8 assists per game).
- Los Angeles' rebounding leader is Andre Drummond, who grabs 11.9 per game.
- The Lakers are led by James from long distance. He makes 2.3 shots from deep per game.
- Los Angeles' steals leader is Drummond, who grabs 1.4 per game. Anthony Davis leads the team averaging 1.7 blocks a contest.
Find sports betting moneyline, ATS and Over/Under Bets on BetMGM's online sportsbook.
Lakers Last 10 Games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Favored | Played As | Spread | Total | Lakers Moneyline | Opponent Moneyline | Game Type | Covered | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/11/2021 | Knicks | 101-99 LAL | No | Home | +3.5 | 193.5 | 180 | -225 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 5/9/2021 | Suns | 123-110 LAL | Yes | Home | -6.5 | 243.5 | -750 | 525 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| 5/7/2021 | Trail Blazers | 106-101 POR | No | Away | +7.5 | 223.5 | 310 | -400 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| 5/6/2021 | Clippers | 118-94 LAC | No | Away | +20.5 | 207.5 | 3300 | -10000 | Regular Season | No | Over |
| 5/3/2021 | Nuggets | 93-89 LAL | Yes | Home | -11.5 | 185.5 | -10000 | 2500 | Regular Season | No | Under |
| Overall Record | ATS Record | O/U/P | AVG Total | AVG Pts Scored | AVG Pts Allowed | AVG Reb. Margin | 3Pt % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-6 | 5-5 | 4-6-0 | 212.6 | 104.6 | 108 | +0.7 | 37.6% |
Lakers Injuries
Lakers: LeBron James: Out (Ankle), Jared Dudley: Out (Knee), Alex Caruso: Day To Day (Foot), Dennis Schroder: Out (Calf)
Place a bet on the Los Angeles Lakers to win this game with BetMGM online sportsbook.
Rockets Betting Data
- Houston has a losing record against the spread, going 25-38 ATS (covering just 39.7% of the time).
- In the majority of Houston's games this year, the teams have not hit the over (31 out of 63 games, 49.2%).
Rockets Key Players
- Christian Wood averages 21.0 points and 9.6 rebounds per game for the Rockets, making him the leading scorer and rebounder on the team.
- Houston's assist leader is John Wall with 6.9 per game. He also records 20.6 points per game and adds 3.2 rebounds per game.
- Armoni Brooks is reliable from three-point range and leads the Rockets with 2.8 made threes per game.
- Jae'Sean Tate (1.3 steals per game) is the steal leader for Houston while Wood (1.2 blocks per game) is the block leader.
Place a bet on the Houston Rockets to win this game with BetMGM online sportsbook.
Rockets Last 10 Games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Favored | Played As | Spread | Total | Rockets Moneyline | Opponent Moneyline | Game Type | Covered | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10/2021 | Trail Blazers | 140-129 POR | No | Away | +19.5 | 258.5 | 3300 | -10000 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 5/8/2021 | Jazz | 124-116 UTA | No | Away | +19.5 | 238.5 | 1450 | -5000 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 5/7/2021 | Bucks | 141-133 MIL | No | Away | +18.5 | 244.5 | 3000 | -10000 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 5/5/2021 | 76ers | 135-115 PHI | No | Home | +17.5 | 248.5 | 2800 | -10000 | Regular Season | No | Over |
| 5/2/2021 | Knicks | 122-97 NY | No | Home | +14.5 | 217.5 | 900 | -1600 | Regular Season | No | Over |
| Overall Record | ATS Record | O/U/P | AVG Total | AVG Pts Scored | AVG Pts Allowed | AVG Reb. Margin | 3Pt % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-9 | 5-5 | 8-2-0 | 241 | 114.7 | 126.3 | -3 | 40.5% |
Rockets Injuries
Rockets: Christian Wood: Day To Day (Ankle), David Nwaba: Out (Wrist), Dante Exum: Out (Calf), Eric Gordon: Out (Groin), Avery Bradley: Day To Day (Personal), Danuel House Jr.: Day To Day (Ankle), Sterling Brown: Out (Knee), DaQuan Jeffries: Day To Day (Ankle), John Wall: Out For Season (Hamstring), Kevin Porter Jr.: Out (Ankle), D.J. Wilson: Out (Health and Safety Protocols)
