Lakers vs Nuggets: High-Stakes Western Conference Showdown

0:00The latest scores, headlines and storylines, right here on NBA News today. Subscribe and stay game ready. The Los Angeles Lakers take on the Denver Nuggets tonight in a key Western conference match-up. Both teams are fighting for the fifth seed with about five weeks left in the regular season. The Lakers sit at 37 wins and 24 losses, just the half-game behind the Nuggets at 34 and 24. The Lakers have won their last three games, including a solid victory over New Orleans on Tuesday. They are 19-12 on the road this year. Denver beat Utah on Monday, but has lost two of its last three and stands 16-12 at home. This game carries big stakes, as the Lakers are also just one and a half games out of third place. Fans see it as a chance to climb the standings, especially with the playoffs looming. Both squads are motivated to grab control of that top five spot. injuries hit Denver hard, with Aaron Gordon, Peyton Watson, and Spencer Jones ruled out, and Cameron Johnson questionable. The Lakers head and fully healthy, giving them an edge.

1:03Betting lines have the nuggets as four and a half point favorites, with a total of 240 and a half points. Trends show the under-hitting often lately for both teams and experts project a low scoring affair. This story is made possible by our sponsor. It is the pillar that plays your podcast and music without earbuds. Built for listening and bed, R-S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.