Indiana Pacers vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 02/08/25

The Lakers have really upped the pace in their last 4 games, averaging 126 points — which has resulted in a 4-game winning streak. Apart from the Wizards, they beat some really solid teams in the Knicks, Clippers and Warriors during this stretch. With 8 wins in 9 games they are one of the hottest teams in the NBA, however the oddsmakers aren’t feeling them on Saturday as they host the Pacers. Despite rumors he could play against Indiana, Luka Doncic’s debut will likely happen on Monday.

Indiana has also been on a hot streak lately winning 5 of 6 games; it is one of the most consistent road teams in the entire NBA with a 13-2 SU run over their last 15 outings. Pascal Siakam is showing everyone why he was selected into the All-Star team, he might be Indiana’s most important player this season. Indy has one injury worry for this game and that’s Myles Turner who is questionable with a neck injury. Losing him is a major blow here, he has been very consistent scoring the ball, especially from 3-point land.

LA has played surprisingly well during this stretch and the hype surrounding the Doncic trade has helped lift the team spirits even more. LeBron James is still dominating on the offensive end, he just had a huge 42 points, 17 rebounds and 8 assists performance in the win vs Golden State. It’s always a question how much he has left in the tank for the next game, but playing at home should be a boost for him in this game. I’m taking the consistent Lakers to get another result.

Pacers vs Lakers prediction: Los Angeles +3.5 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.

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